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Gr 3–7—Thirteen-year-old Natalie Beacon, who is white and has used a wheelchair since she was little, isn't happy to be leaving behind her best friend and moving across the country for her mom's new job. Nat's parents are eager for her to adjust; her father has already found her a wheelchair-racing team, a sport she enjoyed in California. She spots a poster during practice announcing auditions for a young performer's version of the musical Wicked. Musicals are Nat's passion and performing is her professional dream. When she can't convince her parents to let her audition, Nat decides to secretly audition anyway and is thrilled to get a part, ultimately convincing her parents to let her participate. She instantl...Log In or Sign Up to Read More