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Masterpiece is an Award-winning book, recently winning The Golden Wizard Book Prize and placing as a Top 3 Finalist for Book of the Year! Masterpiece is an inclusive story featuring Samuel, a boy on the autism spectrum who sees the world differently than his peers. When Samuel's teacher asks his class to create a piece of art, it quickly becomes apparent that his beautiful way of looking at the world makes him a true masterpiece! Throughout the story, the other students in his class learn lessons of empathy, understanding and acceptance. The colourful illustrations will delight children and Masterpiece may just become a family favourite. This award-winning book is suitable for all ages! Teachers Here are some reasons to include 'Masterpiece' in your classroom: Filled with gorgeous illustrations Illustrations include noise-cancelling headphones (sensory accommodations not typically illustrated in picture books ) This book encourages children to embrace their gifts and talents A fantastic read-aloud to teach children lessons of inclusion, empathy and understanding. Shows children that they should embrace those unique parts of themselves that make them incredible Celebrates the diversity in our world Develops early literacy