Kindergarten Starabella
Our story’s heroine. Determined little girl with learning differences who expresses her thoughts and feelings through music. When she’s happy, her eyes shine like stars. She becomes a kindergarten rock star and leads us all to the BRIGHT NEW WORLD of her dreams.
Mr. and Mrs. Oclaif
Starabella’s proud and loving parents.
Baby Sunshine
Starabella’s baby sister, whose smile lights up the world.
Emilio
Super-enthusiastic classmate who learns that even kids who seem “different” make great friends.
Josh
Friendly classmate who finds himself pulled two ways in a three-way relationship. He wants everyone to “just get along.”
Tomiko
Independent-minded classmate who overcomes her shyness to make a new friend.
Jeremy
What might be different about Jeremy? Classmate who becomes the target of senseless harassment but discovers it feels good to be able to forgive. His physical features are hidden to open the subject of differences to discussion.
Miss Maradise
Starabella’s wise and caring kindergarten teacher.
Julian
The class bully.
Elizabeth
Sweet, pretty classmate who becomes the object of envy but gains a new friend.
Malia
Classmate who experiences feelings of jealousy before discovering both her inner and outer beauty.
Zandrina
Charming, exuberant classmate who uses a wheelchair. She discovers the leader within.
Lifisha
Friendly, supportive classmate who speaks her mind and helps lead the way to the BRIGHT NEW WORLD.
Boom Boom
Classroom bunny who hops playfully about, makes us laugh, and is everybody’s friend.
Friendly Star
This star connects Starabella to GOODNESS in the universe and surrounds her with magical, glittery sparkle.
