Lucky Me

Bruno's friend Sanjay is lucky: he has his own room and a pet iguana. His brother Mateo is lucky too: he has a dog who helps him get around and he can read in the dark, even after their parents tell them to turn off the light. Bruno doesn't have his own room and he doesn't have a pet ? but maybe he is lucky for other reasons? In this heart-warming story, Bruno discovers that everyone has different strengths, abilities, and reasons to feel grateful. Featuring a visually impaired character with a unique set of skills, the book invites young readers to embrace differences and celebrate what makes us unique. This thoughtful book forms part of Oratia's Five Oceans collection of international authors translated into English for readers Down Under. The authors Lawrence Schimel is an American author and translator who writes in English and Spanish and has published over 120 books in a wide range of genres. He lives in Madrid, Spain, where he founded the Spanish chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers. Juan Camilo Mayorga is a graphic designer and illustrator with a special interest in children's books. He lives near Bogota, Colombia, and his works have been published locally and internationally.