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If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi
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073959
ISBN
9781492669982
Grade 1-3
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Description
Written using the dyslexia font which is heavy on the bottom of the letters, this charming story addresses both reading and spelling challenges faced by bright children. Eight-year-old Katie is observant of those around her and is puzzled when she notices that her brilliant attorney father is not a good speller. He talks about being embarrassed by not being able to spell words in school no matter how hard he worked at it. He was also the last to learn to read in his class. Katie asks how he is smart enough to do his job which leads to a conversation about dyslexia. Katie learns more about people with dyslexia and becomes more empathetic and compassionate about those who struggle. The take-away is encouraging for anyone and leads to a better understanding of a complicated topic. The colorful illustrations are enjoyable too!~Sara
Publisher's Description of If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi
The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses is meant to demonstrate various forms of learning, creativity, and intelligence. Each book introduces a realistic example of triumph over difficulty in a positive, humorous way that readers of all ages will enjoy!
Katie always thought her dad was smart--he is one of the busiest attorneys in town! People are always asking him for advice. She has been a bit confused ever since asking him for help with her weekly spelling list. How can her very smart dad struggle with one of her spelling words? This definitely didn't make sense. The word Mississippi has changed everything...
This frank and thoughtful approach to dyslexia is an important exploration of the various ways people learn and that some difficulties do not have to be restrictions on what a person can achieve.
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Little Pickle Press |
| Author: | Barbara Esham |
| Grades: | 1-3 |
| ISBN: | 9781492669982 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 10.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.05 |
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