{"product_id":"elise-and-the-light-above-her-lip-9798295468360","title":"Elise and The Light Above Her Lip","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Petronellah T. Bensen\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Pettronellah\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Pettronellah\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: African American \u0026amp; Black\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gentle, empowering story about bravery, belonging, and the light we all carry inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElise is starting a brand-new school-and she's carrying more than just her backpack. Above her lip is a small scar, the kind people sometimes notice... and whisper about. At first, the whispers make her shrink. But with the warmth of her Grandma's love and a candlelit story about inner light, Elise begins to see herself in a brand-new way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow, Elise is ready to find her voice. To draw, to speak, and to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElise and the Light Above Her Lip is a beautifully illustrated picture book designed especially for children ages 5-10, including those with mild disabilities or visible differences. Through soft visuals and affirming storytelling, this book supports emotional regulation, confidence building, and inclusive classroom conversations about empathy, kindness, and inner strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren with visible scars, medical differences, or low self-esteem\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeurodiverse learners (ASD, ADHD, sensory-sensitive kids)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeachers, therapists, and caregivers seeking SEL-aligned stories\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInclusive classroom and bedtime reading\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery child has a light. Elise's story helps them find it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ Age-appropriate language for early readers and read-alouds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ Gentle sensory-friendly art and color palettes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ Inclusive characters of different abilities and backgrounds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ Encourages self-acceptance, friendship, and resilience\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"For every child learning to shine in their own way.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pettronellah","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47593545695383,"sku":"9798295468360","price":708.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798295468360.webp?v=1774982374","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/elise-and-the-light-above-her-lip-9798295468360","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}