The one in the middle

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Summary

This story revolves around the experiences of a middle child who expresses feelings of being often overlooked or left out, yet also finding a unique identity and source of creativity in this position. The middle child embraces their role with enthusiasm, using their imagination and resourcefulness to transform an ordinary cardboard box into a versatile and magical playhouse. This playhouse becomes an embodiment of the child's boundless ingenuity, morphing into various exciting places such as a beautiful house, a shop, or a stage for shows. Through these imaginative adventures, the middle child demonstrates that being in the middle can be the best spot, offering opportunities for self-expression and creativity. The story celebrates the individuality and innovation of the middle child, highlighting their ability to create and enjoy their own special space.

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I am the middle one.
Not the first born.
Not the last born.

The one in the middle!

The one in the middle can be easy to forget.

And easy to leave out.

But that’s okay because I am also the one with IDEAS!

Look what I can make from just this cardboard box!

A BEAUTIFUL house… with real doors and windows.

My house has an extra special bed, and a MAGIC SLIDE.

Some days, my house is also a shop.

And on other days it’s a VERY FANTASTIC show.

Sometimes my house is just for me!

And sometimes it’s a house for three!

I am the middle one.
Not the first born.
Not the last born.

The one in the middle!

And that’s the best place for me.

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Originally published by Book Dash under a Creative Commons Licensed BY 4.0. This book can be read for free on https://bookdash.org/books/the-one-in-the-middle and was created by: Neeske Alexander (Illustrator), Melissa Visser (Designer), Kirsty Paxton (Writer), Diane Awerbuck (Editor)

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