Watch Daisy Run Like a Rabbit
Three legs, full speed. This is the real Daisy from Daisy's Different.
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Daisy's Different
For kids who feel different. Daisy learns that being different is what makes her special.
- Ages
- 4 to 10
- Grades
- K to 5
- Themes
- Being different, Kindness
- Series
- The Adventures of Daisy
For parents
Daisy is a happy, curious puppy until she gets lost, is hit by a car, and loses her leg. This gentle story follows how she finds a new family and learns that being different isn't a weakness. It opens easy conversations about disability, kindness, and confidence.
For teachers
Use it to teach self-acceptance, empathy for classmates with disabilities, and story structure: problem, turning point, and resolution.
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Add 3 to 6 spreads here. Give each one a sentence of alt text: who is on the page, what they are doing, and how they feel.
The true story behind the book
It really happened
Daisy really did lose her leg as a puppy. Watch her run like a rabbit today.
Talk about it
- What makes Daisy different? What makes you different?
- How did Daisy's new family help her?
- What is one kind thing you could do for someone who feels left out?
Free activities to go with it
Draw Daisy
Watch Patrick Carlson draw Daisy step by step. Pick connect-the-dots, tracing, coloring, or guide pages.
Start Draw DaisyOpens the Draw Daisy siteFree Daisy Activity Book
Twelve pages of mazes, a word search, coloring, spot the difference, and manatee facts.
Start Free Daisy Activity BookGrown-ups: opens the sign-up on Daisy's game siteReady to read it together?
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Daisy Can't Help It
When her family leaves, Daisy feels worried and angry. Mom teaches her how to calm down.
Daisy & The Big Storm
Sometimes life feels scary, but helpers are everywhere.
Get notified (opens sign-up on Daisy's game site)