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Children coming to terms with dyslexia

It is important that a dyslexic child does not feel that he or she is the only person in the world to be like this. These books tell a fictional story of what it's like to be dyslexic from a child's point of view so that the child reading the story (or having the story read by an adult) can identify with the feelings of the child in the story (If you know of any more, please let us have the details):

My Name is Brian'My Name is Brian' - by Jeanne Betancourt. (Scholastic Paperbacks; ISBN: 0590449222). Brian dreads entering sixth grade, knowing his learning experiences will be fraught with the confusion and frustration of years past. But on opening day, his teacher recognizes his problem--tipped off by the boy's reversing letters when writing his name--and conducts a battery of tests. Results indicate that, despite a keen intellect, Brian has dyslexia. A meeting with Brian's (heretofore unaware) parents leads to a support program at home and at school. Betancourt ( More Than Meets the Eye ) "brings her own experience with dyslexia to Brian's story," though it seems unlikely that a child in a modern-day urban environment would reach sixth grade without having been diagnosed. (The boy's father and grandfather are similarly afflicted.) A superfluous subplot concerns the point system Brian and his friends devise for clowning in school; lengthy passages about Canada geese further slow the pace. Despite rather undistinguished writing, struggling students may relate to this protagonist's difficulties. (Publishers Weekly review) Ages 8-12. USA | UK

So, You Think You've Got Problems'So, You Think You've Got Problems'' - by Rosalind Burkett (Egon Publishers; ISBN 0905858859) - This easy-to-read book is for dyslexic children of all ages. It explains, simply and sympathetically, what is happening to them, and how they can be helped to overcome their problems. It also hopes to show children that they are not alone in their difficulties, and that there are others with the same problems. The aim of this colourful book is to put dyslexia into perspective, particularly for a child, but for parents also. USA | UK


  • Thank You, Mr FalkerThank you, Mr. Falker - by Patricia Polacco (Philomel Books; ISBN: 0399231668 ). USA | UK

    Or 6th Grade Can Really Kill You - by Barthe Declements (Puffin; ISBN: 0140371303).
    USA | UK

    Or Dolphin Sky - by Gunny Rorby (Paper Star; ISBN: 0613076338) - all for girls. USA | UK

    How Dyslexic Benny Became a Star  How Dyslexic Benny Became a Star - Benny's story changed my son's life. It's the first book he ever read twice. Unfortunately, I was too much like Benny's father. Seeing myself protrayed changed my attitude. Now I know why it's important to support my son instead of badgering him.
    USA | UK



  • Elbow world by Rene du Toit (ISBN 1-84294-047-3). Dyslexic children are often gifted in other areas such as art, music, dance, etc. I have just read a new story book aimed at dyslexic children which highlights the fact that everyone has different strengths and weaknesses and that we should celebrate our individuality. This book is available from Planetree. There is a US spelling and a UK spelling edition. I read it to my class of dyslexic kids who loved it. (Recommended by I.R.) UK

  • 'Dyslexia' - by Althea - aimed at 7-11 years olds, telling the story of a group of children with dyslexia. UK

  • Plee Help: Help with DyslexiaPlees Help: Help for Children with Dyslexia - 'This is a brilliant 12-page guide on how a child may explain how it feels to be dyslexic and gives teachers an insight into how a dyslexic child finds certain tasks difficult. e.g.: "I wish I had a printer I could plug straight into my brain and then I would show you I'm not stupid". When I read this booklet to my 8-year old son it was like a curtain being lifted for him "Yes that's just how I feel, mum".' USA | UK

  • Gavin Reid's website - informative website by the author of many valuable books on dyslexia, with a range of printable articles.

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