Welcome!
Hi, I’m Kim! Let’s go on an adventure with Calvin and his friends. This story is all about friendship, courage, and the magic of being yourself. The boy in the story was inspired by my real-life grandson, Calvin, who wears ankle-foot orthotics (AFO’s). He affectionately called his braces his “boots” when he was little. If you’re curious about what it might be like to wear crazy boots every day, get cozy and let’s read about Calvin!
Calvin’s Crazy Boots
Calvin is a boy with cerebral palsy who wears his crazy boots every day. He even wears them in the summertime and to birthday parties! His classmates don’t understand what ankle-foot braces are or why he wears them. Calvin realizes that being different isn’t always easy. Sometimes, people say mean things. He begins to think, “People don’t get me.” Then he comes up with a plan to help his classmates know him better. His bravery opens doors to friendship and inspires others to be uniquely themselves.
“My kids ask to read this regularly. A new family favorite!”
— Sarah, Parent
Award Winner!
Calvin’s Crazy Boots is the winner of two Bookfest Awards!
