Out of my Mind
The Story of a Lifetime
Summary
Elleven year old Melody has Cerebral Palsy. Melody can't walk, move, or even talk. But, Melody has a photographic memory. The problem is, she can't tell anybody that she is so smart because she has no way of doing it. Once people find out Melody is very smart, she joins a quiz team. Melody struggles to fit in with other kids, but soon finds out she might not be as different as she thinks she is.
Main Characters, Setting, Problem, and Solution
Main Characters: Melody, mom, dad, Penny, Mrs.V, and The Quiz Group
Setting: Spaulding Street Elementary School, Melody's house, and Mrs.V's house
Problem: Melody can't tell anyone that she's smart and has a photographic memory
Solution: Melody gets a machine to show everyone how awesome she is
Things that represent melody
Smart
Smart : having or showing a quick-witted intelligence.
Has Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy : a condition marked by impaired muscle coordination (spastic paralysis) and/or other disabilities, typically caused by damage to the brain before or at birth.
Has a Photographic Memory
Photographic Memorythe ability to remember information or visual images in great detail.