- Sadie is an 8-year-old girl diagnosed with fetal alcohol syndrome, learning disabilities, and a weak hip joint. She lives with her mother and attends first grade. - Her mother is a stay-at-home parent who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, while her father works as a truck driver. Sadie has several extended family members who are involved in her life. - Sadie's day involves getting ready and eating breakfast with help, taking a wheelchair bus to school, receiving occupational therapy and tutoring, and doing homework and chores after school. Her family is working on goals to help her improve.