Chasing a Dream, Not a Shape or Size (Hardcover)

Molly Haggerty

/ ISBN 13: 9798998741432

Published by SDP Publishing Solutions, LLC, East Bridgewater, 2025

Hardcover. Twin sisters Harper and Paige are about to start their first day of middle school. Harper has always had a larger body than Paige, and that has kept her from trying physical activities. But Harper's perspective changes when a new gym teacher shares her own story of living in a bigger body. With the teacher's encouragement, Harper learns to love running, and what she discovers about herself is far greater than the simple fun of exercise. She gains friends, confidence, and an appreciation for everything her body does for her. As she gets older, she becomes more confident in herself, and she shares her story with others, hoping to inspire change. Harper's story fosters a compassionate approach to body image while encouraging meaningful physical engagement. Harper's perspective about her body shape changes when a new gym teacher shares her own story of living in a bigger body. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798998741432

Synopsis:

Twin sisters Harper and Paige are about to start their first day of middle school. Harper has always had a larger body than Paige, and that has kept her from trying physical activities. But Harper's perspective changes when a new gym teacher shares her own story of living in a bigger body. With the teacher's encouragement, Harper learns to love running, and what she discovers about herself is far greater than the simple fun of exercise. She gains friends, confidence, and an appreciation for everything her body does for her. As she gets older, she becomes more confident in herself, and she shares her story with others, hoping to inspire change.

Harper's story fosters a compassionate approach to body image while encouraging meaningful physical engagement.

About the Authors: Gleeson Rebello, MD, is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has also been on faculty at Harvard Medical School since 2008. He has trained extensively in India and in the US and has vast experience in treating various childhood injuries and other pediatric orthopedic conditions. Dr. Rebello is the published author of three other children's picture books: Darebone's Big Break, Joe Some-More, and Lily Learns a Life Lesson. He's also the songwriter for the band The Fever Breakers.

Molly Haggerty attended Northeastern University for her undergraduate degree and is now a medical student at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. She has a passion for athletics, especially running, as she is an avid triathlete and distance runner. Molly has experience in the field of eating disorders and body dysmorphia and wants to help people learn to appreciate their bodies.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Chasing a Dream, Not a Shape or Size (...
Publisher: SDP Publishing Solutions, LLC, East Bridgewater
Publication Date: 2025
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new