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The Thing about Oliver
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Sometimes I feel just like the glass in my fish tank— people look right through me. Twelve-year-old Tilly dreams of becoming a marine scientist, but she doesn't even own a swimsuit. She lives in a drought- stricken town with her mum and younger brother Oliver, who is autistic. Oliver's meltdowns are making life unbearable. He needs so many different kinds of therapy that there's never any time—or money—left over for swimming lessons. Tilly knows Oliver's needs have to come first, but it's hard feeling invisible all the time. When Mum announces they are moving to the Queensland coast, Tilly is excited at the thought of finally learning to swim— even snorkel! But she is also worried. The thing about Oliver is, he can't cope with even the tiniest of changes to his routine. It isn't long before the cracks begin to show. Could so many changes all at once threaten to shatter the whole family?
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The Thing about Oliver by Deborah Kelly is a heartfelt coming-of-age story best suited for readers aged 10–16.
Sometimes I feel just like the glass in my fish tank — people look right through me.
Twelve-year-old Tilly dreams of becoming a marine scientist, but life in her drought-stricken town makes that feel far away. She lives with her mum and her younger brother Oliver, who is autistic, and Oliver’s meltdowns place constant pressure on the whole family. With time and money tied up in different therapies, Tilly often feels invisible.
When Mum announces a move to the Queensland coast, Tilly is excited by the chance to finally learn to swim and maybe even snorkel. But the move also brings a major disruption to Oliver’s routine, and the strain of so many changes begins to show. The story explores family relationships, autism, change and the fear that one big transition could fracture everything.
## Who this book may suit
This novel may suit middle-grade readers, parents and educators looking for a contemporary story centred on family life, emotional resilience and autism awareness.
For more children’s and school reading options, browse novels or explore more from Five Senses Education.
## Why buy from Five Senses Education
Five Senses Education is an Australian family-owned and sourced business with longstanding experience supplying books and educational resources. In addition to online ordering, Five Senses Education is a specialist school supplier serving over 1,000 schools Australia wide, giving buyers an added level of trust when purchasing for home, classroom or school use.
Flat rate shipping is $9.95, or free on orders over $110.
The Thing about Oliver by Deborah Kelly is a heartfelt coming-of-age story best suited for readers aged 10–16.
About the book
Sometimes I feel just like the glass in my fish tank — people look right through me.
Twelve-year-old Tilly dreams of becoming a marine scientist, but life in her drought-stricken town makes that feel far away. She lives with her mum and her younger brother Oliver, who is autistic, and Oliver’s meltdowns place constant pressure on the whole family. With time and money tied up in different therapies, Tilly often feels invisible.
When Mum announces a move to the Queensland coast, Tilly is excited by the chance to finally learn to swim and maybe even snorkel. But the move also brings a major disruption to Oliver’s routine, and the strain of so many changes begins to show. The story explores family relationships, autism, change and the fear that one big transition could fracture everything.
Who this book may suit
This novel may suit middle-grade readers, parents and educators looking for a contemporary story centred on family life, emotional resilience and autism awareness.
For more children’s and school reading options, browse novels or explore more from Five Senses Education.
Why buy from Five Senses Education
Five Senses Education is an Australian family-owned and sourced business with longstanding experience supplying books and educational resources. In addition to online ordering, Five Senses Education is a specialist school supplier serving over 1,000 schools Australia wide, giving buyers an added level of trust when purchasing for home, classroom or school use.
Flat rate shipping is $9.95, or free on orders over $110.
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| ISBN | 9781925563818 |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication | 1 October 2019 |