The Apple Doesn’t Fall Very Far from the Tree: I’m a Little Clumsy, Just Like My Poppi!

By Salvatore Pellingra

Gianni is playing in the park with his dog, Flea, when all of a sudden, he runs smack into a tree! He is so embarrassed, especially when everyone starts laughing, including Flea.

As he runs home, he trips over the curb and falls again. Much to his dismay, everyone laughs again. Finally, after two more accidental falls, he arrives home and sees his grandfather, Poppi. When he picks him up to comfort him, a funny thing happens that makes Gianni realize that it’s okay to laugh at himself and his uniqueness. Sometimes relating to others, especially when it’s family, can help put things into perspective.

In this delightful story, a little boy who has a gift for being clumsy discovers that being himself is the best way to be.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Archway Publishing
• Release date: Mar 19, 2023
• ISBN: 9781665739115

Salvatore Pellingra

Salvatore Pellingra is an innovator who holds more than twenty-five US patents. He enjoys using his creative talents and storytelling skills to relate to others especially his children and grandchildren.

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