Squishy Sand

Multi-Award Winning picture book about courage and friendship

...."This engaging picture book features Leigh, a disabled child who uses a wheelchair. It highlights some of the everyday obstacles that wheelchair users have to cope with. A great choice for any child, reinforcing the importance of empathy, resilience, teamwork, kindness, and creative thinking." Little Parachutes Gold Star Winner

Join Leigh and his friends on this fun-filled beach adventure as they try hilarious ways to move a heavy wheelchair across the sand.

Based on the true story of Leigh. A beautifully illustrated story of friendship, fun, and determination.

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About the Author
McIver, Charlene: - Charlene is the mother of two beautiful sons, Jason and Leigh. She lives in Melbourne, Australia, with her little dog, Chloe, and a mischievous cat called Billy. Charlene has worked in many different careers, from accounts, to retail, and now as an author! Storytelling has always been her hidden passion, but it was only with the tragedy of losing Leigh that she began writing, releasing his biography, Leigh, My Amazing Son, in 2018. Her wish is that the Leigh's Wheelie Adventures picture book series will entertain and inspire all children to follow their dreamsKeys, Caroline: - Caroline has a love for colour, pattern and detail, she especially loves working on books and art for children. She works mostly for picture books and educational publishers and occasionally for advertising.