The Story
Madison has always helped and protected Meg. Why wouldn't she? They're "M&M"-best friends and always together. Meg's Down syndrome never mattered.
Until they start junior high.
Now that they're in seventh grade, and Madison's father has passed away, Madison is feeling insecure and alone. But when she gets the chance to join the popular kids, it's Meg who may get left behind. Both girls are forced to figure out what makes them who they are-and who they really want to be. A story of loss, loyalty, and acceptance, Special is for any child who believes they need to change who they are in order to fit in.
Author: Nancy F. Goodfellow
Publisher: Mission Point Press
Published: 03/19/2026
Pages: 286
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.81d
ISBN: 9781965278871
Audience: Ages 9-12
About the Author
Goodfellow, Nancy F.: - Nancy F. Goodfellow always dreamed of being a writer, but it wasn't until her first child was born with Down syndrome that she understood her true calling. Since then, she has committed to advocating for individuals with disabilities and encouraging inclusion in all areas of life. After spending a decade presenting to adults about common misconceptions of Down syndrome, Nancy realized the most important presentations were the ones she gave to children. Accompanied by a young woman with Down syndrome, Nancy teaches students about all intellectual disabilities, emphasizing that the more they understand, the more they accept. When not writing or presenting, Nancy spends her time with her husband and three children in a suburb outside of Chicago. She loves to travel, especially internationally, and appreciates that her family is willing to keep up with her crazy itineraries and unusually fast walking pace.
Description
Madison has always helped and protected Meg. Why wouldn't she? They're "M&M"-best friends and always together. Meg's Down syndrome never mattered.
Until they start junior high.
Now that they're in seventh grade, and Madison's father has passed away, Madison is feeling insecure and alone. But when she gets the chance to join the popular kids, it's Meg who may get left behind. Both girls are forced to figure out what makes them who they are-and who they really want to be. A story of loss, loyalty, and acceptance, Special is for any child who believes they need to change who they are in order to fit in.
Author: Nancy F. Goodfellow
Publisher: Mission Point Press
Published: 03/19/2026
Pages: 286
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.81d
ISBN: 9781965278871
Audience: Ages 9-12
About the Author
Goodfellow, Nancy F.: - Nancy F. Goodfellow always dreamed of being a writer, but it wasn't until her first child was born with Down syndrome that she understood her true calling. Since then, she has committed to advocating for individuals with disabilities and encouraging inclusion in all areas of life. After spending a decade presenting to adults about common misconceptions of Down syndrome, Nancy realized the most important presentations were the ones she gave to children. Accompanied by a young woman with Down syndrome, Nancy teaches students about all intellectual disabilities, emphasizing that the more they understand, the more they accept. When not writing or presenting, Nancy spends her time with her husband and three children in a suburb outside of Chicago. She loves to travel, especially internationally, and appreciates that her family is willing to keep up with her crazy itineraries and unusually fast walking pace.
