Sergio (ILT) Martinez

You Are Special tells the story of Punchinello, the wooden Wemmick. The inhabitants of Wemmicksville spend their days placing stickers on each other. Golden star stickers are put on the talented, smart, and attractive Wemmicks. Gray dot stickers are for those who make mistakes and don't stand out. Punchinello, despite his best efforts to get stars from the other Wemmicks, is covered in gray dots and begins to believe he'll never be worth anything. Then one day he visits Eli the woodcarver, his creator, and everything changes.Max Lucado's beautiful story reminds us that we are precious to God just the way we are. Parents and children alike will enjoy this touching portrayal of an eternal truth. This bestseller has sold millions of copies and is now available as a special paperback gift edition and includes captivating illustrations by Sergio Martinez.

When Punchinello tries to prove his worth by getting more boxes and balls than the other Wemmicks, he learns that his maker, Eli, loves him because of who he is and not what he possesses.

Every day Wemmicks do the same thing--either stick gold stars or gray dots on one another. In this delightful children's tale, children will love hearing how Eli the woodcarver helps Punchinello understand how special he is--marks and all.

This literary work, which has enthralled readers of all ages, once again visits the magical world of Neverland where the three Darling children have many thrilling adventures with Peter Pan, the boy who refused to grow up. Reissue. (A Universal Pictures film, written by J. M. Barrie & adapted by Michael Goldenberg, directed by P. J. Hogan, releasing December 25, 2003, starring Jason Isaacs, Jeremy Sumpter, & Rachel Hurd-Wood) (Literature)