I Talk Like a River

by Jordan Scott

The story is based on the author’s own experience of the pain and difficulty of not being able to clearly and fully express yourself. The father helps the boy make connections between him and the speed and movement of the river.

Themes

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  • Father/son Relationship
  • Stutter
  • School
  • Rivers
  • Feeling Isolated
  • Loneliness
  • Compassion
  • Communication
  • Hope
  • Understanding
  • Empathy
  • Bullying