Can’t Get in My Way

Name: Can’t Get in My Way
Author: Tyas Widjati

by Tyas Widjati

Ages 8–1110 min readConfidence & Self-EsteemFree to read

Kapisa just got her first period. As she navigates this new experience, will she be able to play in her upcoming basketball game?

A reassuring, matter-of-fact story about a girl's first period that gently tells children a changing body is nothing to fear and need not hold them back.

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Questions to talk about together

How did Kapisa feel when Miss Artan said Laras would take her spot at practice?
Who helped Kapisa feel better, and what kind thing did they say?
What do you do when your body feels sore but you still want to play?

Can’t Get in My Way

Questions to talk about together

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