amp34Comforting and endearing in equal measure.amp34 Kirkus Reviews A CBC Books Hot Off the Press titleSammy knows ALL about dogs. So when Gertie joins his family he knows exactly what shell love Except Gertie doesnamp8217t like chasing balls or squeaky toys and she does not enjoy cuddles. Sammy realizes that not all dogs are the same. But thatamp8217s okay. Heamp8217ll work hard to figure out what Gertie really likes.Written and illustrated by debut author Siski Kalla this book delicately explores the theme of autism introversion shyness being different and accepting that being different is okay. With its charming illustrations and touching narrative children will easily recognize a piece of themselves and identify with the main characters.Gertie Is Not All Dogs is also available in Spanish as Gertie no es como todos los perros.A sweet story about embracing differences in others. For children ages 5 years and up.amp10amp10amp10