Friendship

The inclusion program has made life at school more enjoyable for Melody.  Now she looks forward to going to school the next day.  The program has made some positive and negative impacts in Melody’s life.  She has been able to make a new friend, Rose.  She is learning on a higher level than what she repeatedly learns in H-5.  In the book, Melody even learned all the Presidents and their Vice- Presidents. Even with these good things there of course are some bad.  Molly and Claire constantly make fun of Melody and the other kids with disabilities.  For example, when she went with Rose to the aquarium Claire and Molly were there too.  They couldn’t believe that Rose actually wanted to be with Melody.  In class Melody gets frustrated because she can’t answer the questions she knows the answers to.   She couldn’t participate in the vocabulary bingo in Mrs. Gordon’s class when she knew all the definitions.  Melody needs a friend that understands her and keeps her company.  Having a friend gives her something to look forward to at school and ensures she isn’t lonely.  A true friend is someone who is loyal and trustworthy.  A true friend always has your back and is willing to make sacrifices for you.  Friendship is one of the most important things in the world.  Having a friendship with someone can make you feel loved, included, give you self-worth, and make you feel like you have a place in the world.

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