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Diary of a Dyslexic School Kid

Navigating school life with dyslexia

Alais Winton author Zac Millard author Joe Salerno illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published:7th Oct '19

Should be back in stock very soon

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This engaging diary provides insight into the life of a dyslexic teen, showcasing their challenges and triumphs in school. Diary of a Dyslexic School Kid offers relatable experiences and helpful tips.

In Diary of a Dyslexic School Kid, readers are invited into the life of a dyslexic teenager navigating the ups and downs of school. This relatable and humorous diary captures the everyday challenges of school life, including bullying, tests, and homework. Through the lens of the author's real-life experiences, it offers warmth and insight, showing young readers that they are not alone in their struggles with dyslexia.

The narrative explores the complexities of being a dyslexic student, highlighting the emotional and social hurdles encountered in a larger school environment. Co-authored with a teenage boy who has dyslexia, the book is illustrated with engaging cartoons that enhance the storytelling. The authors provide a candid look at the joys and pitfalls of school life, making it a comforting read for those who may feel overwhelmed by their academic challenges.

Moreover, Diary of a Dyslexic School Kid offers practical tips and strategies based on real experiences, empowering young teens to find their own ways to cope with dyslexia. This fun and accessible book serves as a beacon of hope and encouragement for kids aged 10-14, illustrating that while the journey may be tough, they are not alone in facing it.

This book will ease the way for any dyslexic adolescent grappling with the trials and tribulations (and the joys) of transitioning to life at secondary school. Alais and Zac bring a lightness of touch to this engaging, visual journey into life with dyslexia. -- Alison Patrick – author of ‘The Dyspraxic Learner – strategies for success.’

I could really relate to this. I really liked the images and some of it made me laugh.
This would be good for anyone with dyslexia because it is so relatable and shows them that they are not the only one.

-- Jenna age 13

I like the style of this, I like that it's a diary because this makes it easier to read.
The font is nice and big and easy to read.
It's just amazing (like yoda).

-- Cameron age 12 (Star Wars fan)

ISBN: 9781785924422

Dimensions: 218mm x 136mm x 14mm

Weight: 321g

112 pages