Don't Call Me Slowpoke: Getting to Know Alexander and His Sickle Cells

By Adejoke Lolade Ejiofor

Join Alexander on a heartfelt journey as he grapples with the challenges of living with sickle cell disease, an invisible illness that sets him apart from his peers.

"I wish I could do things faster, Mom," Alexander said.

"Maybe the other kids wouldn't pick on me anymore."

Bullied by his peers, who don't understand his condition, Alexander struggles to stand up for himself. As readers follow Alexander's challenges and triumphs, they'll gain insight into the experiences of those living with invisible illnesses.

In this inclusion book for kids, readers will find

lessons about empathy, respect, and compassion, why it's important to understand the experiences of those with disabilities, guided questions to help them engage with Alexander's story on a personal level, anda deeper understanding of diversity.

Perfect for parents, educators, and children alike, Don't Call Me Slowpoke is a compassionate and thought-provoking exploration of being different, being enough, and standing up for oneself.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 163489765X
• ISBN13: 9781634897655
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Wise Ink
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.1" x 9.2"