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Twelve-year-old Shelby is starting over in more ways than one. Recently adopted by the kind-hearted Smiths, she's transitioning from a specialized social-emotional school to the unfamiliar halls of a public middle school. In her Skills class, Shelby finds herself drawn to Daniella, Ethan, and Austin, each navigating the challenges of dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Together, they form an unlikely bond, even as they face ridicule for seeking extra support. Determined to rise above the negativity, Shelby inspires her friends to take on the school's Academic Competition, proving that courage and teamwork can outshine any label. -- back cover