--- product_id: 5505976 title: "Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing: A Mother's Story" price: "B/.87" currency: PAB in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/5505976-melanie-bird-with-a-broken-wing-a-mothers-story store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 4.7/5 star rating from 121 reviews Top 600 in Neurology & Special Education categories Used book in good condition Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing: A Mother's Story **Price:** B/.87 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock empathy and expertise with every page – don’t miss this essential read! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing: A Mother's Story - **How much does it cost?** B/.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/5505976-melanie-bird-with-a-broken-wing-a-mothers-story) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Timeless Impact:** A powerful narrative that remains relevant since the 1970s, shaping how we support children with special needs. - • **Educational & Practical:** Includes a Reader’s Guide with discussion questions perfect for educators and health professionals. - • **Highly Rated & Respected:** Loved by readers and professionals alike, boasting a 4.7-star rating from over 120 reviews. - • **Raw and Unfiltered Insight:** Experience the heartfelt journey of parenting a child with severe disability through a professional’s eyes. - • **Emotional Depth Meets Professional Expertise:** Written by a special education expert, blending candid storytelling with actionable lessons. ## Overview Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing: A Mother's Story is a deeply moving memoir by special education professional Beth Harry, chronicling her daughter Melanie’s life with cerebral palsy. This used book in good condition offers raw, candid insights into the emotional and practical challenges of raising a child with severe disabilities. Highly rated and widely respected, it serves as a vital resource for educators, health professionals, and anyone seeking to understand and support families of children with special needs. ## Description Gripping, raw, and beautiful, this book reveals the struggles and rewards of caring for a child with severe disability and helps professionals work more sensitively and effectively with families of children with special needs. Written with grace and candor by special education professional Beth Harry, the book chronicles the life of her daughter, Melanie, who was born with a rare form of cerebral palsy and died less than 6 years later. Captivating the reader from page one, Dr. Harry illuminates the full spectrum of her parenting experiences—from the day her "little bird" came into the world to the day she left. Readers will come away with a deep understanding of the complex emotions that parents experience as they adjust to life with a child who has special needs the practical and emotional aspects of supporting a child with feeding difficulties, vision impairment, and limited motor skills the joy parents experience when their child begins to communicate and make personal connections the lasting impact a professional's words can have on a parent, and the need to provide positive support that allows a child to reach her full potential the services, therapies, and interventions that improved Melanie's quality of life-and how they've changed since her story began in the 1970s Ideal for use as a supplemental text in courses for preservice early interventionists, early childhood special educators, special educators, and health professionals, this book gives readers an unforgettable inside look at what families experience when their child has a disability—and how to meet their needs as their child grows. And, a Reader's Guide is included! Perfect for use in the classroom or in book clubs, the thought-provoking discussion questions help professionals absorb the book's lessons and apply them to everyday practice with families. Eye-opening and inspiring, Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing will leave a lasting impression and will, as Dr. Harry urges, prepare readers "to believe the messages of their hearts as they make professional decisions." ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #558,903 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #235 in Neurology (Books) #503 in Special Education (Books) #617 in Disability Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 121 Reviews | ## Images ![Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing: A Mother's Story - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+WD+Z7giL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/5505976-melanie-bird-with-a-broken-wing-a-mothers-story](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/5505976-melanie-bird-with-a-broken-wing-a-mothers-story) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-09-29*