This heartwarming poem tells the story of a joyful little dog named Scooter. Scooter was born different, but he doesn't let that slow him down. With the aid of his Scoot Scoot he can do just about everything that his friends can, and even some things that they can't! When he's in a bind, his buddies are always there to help him out. Scooter has a happy life and true friends. Scooter and his pals teach us that it's what's in our hearts, not our outward appearances or our disabilities, that truly counts and sets us apart.About the AuthorAnnie Streit loves working with children. Her ideas for her stories stem from her own experiences navigating through life in a wheelchair. She's been wheelchair bound since the summer of 2005 as the result of a diving accident. She has spoken to many groups about her accident, life in a wheelchair, and overcoming obstacles. Being an advocate for those with disabilities has become her passion. She graduated from Ball State University in 2005 with a degree in Social Studies Education.