Point of View

The novel is written in first person from the limited perspective of Melody Brooks. Melody is a 12-year-old girl who has limited experiences in the world and in mainstream society. Some of those experiences have been negative, especially with her peers. Melody has been ridiculed and is routinely excluded from everyday activities. Even though her parents, caregiver (Mrs. V), and sister obviously love Melody, they have not found ways or places to include her in things such as playing at the playground. The playground at Camp Green Glades is outfitted with children like Melody in mind. For example, there are special swings and slides. The experiences at the camp have an effect on Melody. She makes plans to find outlets for herself and her family once she returns home. She says there are bound to be activities available, but no one in her family had...