Gifted Like Me

By Viveka Thompson

Kelaya is a kind and gentle girl with a heart full of dreams, but making friends has never come easily to her. At school, she often feels shy and unsure of how to join in, watching from the sidelines as other children laugh and play together. Though she longs to be part of their world, her quiet nature makes her feel invisible.

Everything begins to change when Kelaya's caring coach, Tiffany, notices her love for music. Tiffany encourages Kelaya to share her talent, reminding her that sometimes the best way to connect with others is to let them see what makes you shine. Nervously, Kelaya agrees to enter the school talent show, even though the thought of standing on stage fills her with butterflies.

With her guitar in hand, Kelaya practices day after day, pouring her feelings into every note. When the big night arrives, she steps onto the stage, her heart racing. As the spotlight warms her face, Kelaya strums the first chord-and suddenly, the music carries her fears away. Her song fills the room with joy, and the audience listens in awe.

By the end of her performance, Kelaya realizes that her gift has not only given her courage but also opened the door to new friendships. Her classmates cheer, and several children come up afterward to tell her how much they loved her music. For the first time, Kelaya feels truly seen.

Through her journey, Kelaya learns that friendship often begins with sharing who you are, and that even the quietest voices can create the most beautiful harmony.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G549LZB4
• ISBN13: 9798218882402
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Viveka Blaqbutterfly Thompson- Robinson
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7