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Breathe and Count Back from Ten

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Essay Topics

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In what ways does Verónica face ableism, and how does she deal with it throughout the story? In the novel’s conclusion, how does Verónica’s attitude toward ableism change her view of her disability?

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Why is Verónica drawn to the idea of being a mermaid? How do mermaids relate to her ancestral heritage, and what do they symbolize for Verónica and her disability? How does Verónica’s attitude toward Mermaid Cove shift and why?

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How does discovering love with Alex help Verónica discover her own strength and come to terms with her experience in the hot tub? How does Verónica’s relationship with Alex relate to her Personal and Sexual Autonomy?

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