Hayden’s answer: That nothing’s impossible even if you don’t have arms.What did you learn from reading this book?.
I think she learned just how capable she really is despite her "disability" (I'm beginning to hate that word) and how strong she is when faced with an enormous challenge (such as moving and making all new friends in a new school). Kuehler’s answer: Aven is already a pretty wise 13-year-old and someone that I would like to be more like, but she did learn a few things.
Hayden’s answer: That it’s very easy to meet new friends. I also thought Aven was hilarious and I laughed out loud while reading many times! Making fun of her disability is probably a coping mechanism for her, but I love it when people don’t take themselves too seriously. Kuehler’s answer: I really, really admired Aven’s spunk and positive attitude! She really didn’t let anything stand in her way and advocated for herself in such an impressive way. 
Hayden’s answer: That she made the most of not having arms and that she was always happy. Would you do anything differently if you were Aven? What did you admire most about Aven's character?. Kuehler’s answer : I think we all feel different at some point in our lives and it’s important to feel that so we can have empathy for others! I know I was worried when I had to transition from elementary school to middle school and it all turned fine. 
Have you ever had a similar experience where you felt different and worried about meeting new people?. Making new friends is hard for anyone, arms or no arms, so what is in store for Aven in Arizona? Spoiler (not really): Aven DOES make some new friends in Arizona and maybe even stumbles upon a mystery in her new home … What’s special about Aven is, she can do almost anything anyone with arms can do, she just uses her feet! When her dad gets a new job in Arizona, Aven is forced to move from Kansas and all her friends that are used to Aven and don’t stare at her like strangers do. Kuehler’s answer: Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus is about Aven, a thirteen year old girl that was born without arms. Hayden’s answer: Aven is trying to fit in in Arizona even though she doesn’t have arms.
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