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The Skin I'm In

By: Sharon G. Flake
Narrated by: Sisi Aisha Johnson
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Award-winning author Sharon G. Flake crafts a remarkable story of one girl's struggle to accept herself.

Maleeka Madison is a dark skinned African-American girl. She feels uncomfortable and wishes she had lighter skin. When her teacher, Miss Saunders, who suffers from a rare skin condition, shows that there is more to people than the color of their skin, Maleeka learns to appreciate and accept who she truly is.

Sisi Aisha Johnson's gripping narration makes this story come alive.

©1998 Sharon G. Flake (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC. Depression & Mental Health Difficult Situations Fiction Growing Up Literature & Fiction Self Esteem & Self Image Discrimination Heartfelt

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"Johnson goes beyond delivering dialogue. She gets beneath the skin of Flake's complicated characters." (Audiofile)
Self-acceptance Journey • Relatable Adolescent Struggles • Pleasant Reader • Empowering Message • Engaging Storyline

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my middle school students enjoyed it so much, they wanted to write a part II

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This was a great read it is unfortunate that our kids still have to live through life like this and maybe even worse. The young lady who read it did an excellent job!
#sadstateofaffairs #wishwedidnthavetodealwiththis #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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I’ve loved this story for decades on the page and hearing it read so beautifully aloud makes me love it even more.

Great Story; Engrossing Narration

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Beautifully written and narrated. My students and I throughly enjoyed it. A must read or listen to. Love it!

Bravo!

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It’s a beautiful story. I wanted to hear more. I’m so proud of the lead character. She really touched me.

Beautiful

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