Draper, S. 2010. Out of my mind. NY: Atheneum.
Out of my mind, A story written in first point of view through the eyes of a young girl with no ability to talk or walk. Melody Brooks is a disabled child with a smartness that is unbelievably remarkable and no one knows it. The book is so well organized written in timeline format. Melody recalls everything her eyes have set on from year to year as she ages from when she was extremely young. Out of my mind,  is a good read for young adults and has an excellent view on seeing situations through someone with learning disabilities giving an understanding that is seldom spoken of. The information in this book gives you great knowledge of the struggles a family goes through and how impacting it can be. I was not able to close the book as I read the first page. Out of my mind, had me cheering on for Melody Brooks as she stood up for herself and made an interesting point in the world. A FIVE star book.