2020-02-02 Angela Rogers w Grace Anna Who Do You See When You Look At Me

Description: Who Do You See When You Look at Me? (BroadStreet Publishing) is a picture book by Angela Ray Rodgers (Grace Anna’s mom) that features a young girl who looks and sounds different, and invites you to get to know her personally and discover what you have in common. Readers will learn to recognize similarities and remember that when they get to know new people, great things can happen ... “so open your heart and mind and you will see the real me.” Who Do You See When You Look at Me? Reminds Readers that Differences are Opportunities to Demonstrate Kindness and Compassion. Minneapolis, MN: At three years old, Grace Anna Rodgers became a viral video sensation when her rendition of “The Star- Spangled Banner” was viewed by millions around the world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLdjwpfcC8w Grace Anna is not your typical young girl. She was born with a rare form of dwarfism (Conradi Hunermann Syndrome), which causes spinal curvature, cataracts, poor hearing, and sparse hair. Now, at nine years old, Grace Anna hopes people see her beyond her physical differences but also her feisty personality, her love for singing, and her contagious happiness for life. Before she could speak, she was singing “Amazing Grace” and hasn’t stopped since (rare for someone with hearing limitations). Despite the countless hospital stays and risky surgeries (even coming close to death), Grace Anna is an example of the power of the human spirit and reminds us to be grateful for each day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.