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Percy Jackson and the Greek Gods (Percy Jackson #1)
By Rick Riordan. 2014
Who could tell the original stories of the gods of Olympus better than a modern-day demigod? In this whirlwind tour…
of Greek mythology, Percy Jackson gives his personal take on the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece and reveals the truth about how they came to rule the world. Grades 5-8. 2014.Close to famous
By Joan Bauer. 2011
After escaping her mother's abusive boyfriend, twelve-year-old Foster McFee and her mother make a new start in Culpepper, West Virginia.…
Her mom wants to be a lead singer, while Foster dreams of becoming a famous TV chef--and of mastering reading, despite her learning disability. For grades 5-8. 2011The Alphabet War
By Gail Piazza, Diane Burton Robb. 2004
When Adam started kindergarten, the teacher wanted him to learn about letters. But "p" looked like "q," and "b" looked…
like "d." Adam would rather color or mold clay. In first grade, his teacher wanted him to put the letters into words so he could read. That was the beginning of the Alphabet War. "Was" looked like "saw," and "there" looked like "then." Almost everyone else in his class was learning to read, but Adam was fighting a war against letters. In second grade, he had to learn to spell, which was also impossible. Now he was so frustrated he got into trouble and had to go to the principal's office. At last, in third grade, he got the right kind of help. Slowly he began to do better. During fourth grade, he learned that he could excel in other things. That gave him the confidence to take chances with reading. One day he found himself reading a book all by himself!Be a Brilliant Dyslexic Student (Super Quick Skills)
By Sarah J Myhill. 2022
An accessible, positive study guide for students with dyslexia, this book uses tried-and-tested strategies to empower you to achieve your…
academic goals. Boost your confidence by learning from other brilliant dyslexic students, and maximise your strengths by learning how to: · Work smart and identify how you learn best · Increase your reading speed · Mind-map effectively · Utilise memory and concentration techniques A message from the author about the book title: ′We understand that many of you don’t want to feel defined by your neurodiversity, but also that it is a part of who you are and your life. After discussion with some of my students we chose this title for its positivity and empowering message. Ultimately this guide is to help you play to your strengths and be a brilliant student – with dyslexia.′ Super Quick Skills provide the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies. Learn core skills quickly Apply right away and see results Succeed in your studies and life. Super Quick Skills give you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.My Name Is Brian
By Jeanne Betancourt. 1993
Brian's family thinks he's lazy. His friends think some of the things he does are really funny -- like writing…
his name as Brain instead of Brian. But Brian isn't trying to be funny. He knows he isn't lazy. And, when he gets new teacher who takes time to work with him, Brian finds his problem is called dyslexia.Eleven
By Patricia Reilly Giff. 2008
Sam is almost 11 when he discovers a locked box in the attic above his grandfather Mack's room, and a…
piece of paper that says he was kidnapped. There are lots of other words, but Sam has always had trouble reading. He's desperate to find out who he is, and if his beloved Mack is really his grandfather. At night he's haunted by dreams of a big castle and a terrifying escape on a boat. Who can he trust to help him read the documents that could unravel the mystery? Then he and the new girl, Caroline, are paired up to work on a school project, building a castle in Mack's woodworking shop. Caroline loves to read, and she can help. But she's moving soon, and the two must hurry to discover the truth about Sam.Close to Famous
By Joan Bauer. 2011
Foster McFee dreams of having her own cooking show like her idol, celebrity chef Sonny Kroll. Macon Dillard's goal is…
to be a documentary filmmaker. Foster's mother Rayka longs to be a headliner instead of a back-up singer. And Miss Charleena plans a triumphant return to Hollywood. Everyone has a dream, but nobody is even close to famous in the little town of Culpepper. Until some unexpected events shake the town and its inhabitants-and put their big ambitions to the test. Full of humor, unforgettable characters, surprises, and lots and lots of heart, this is Joan Bauer at her most engaging. Winner of the Schneider Family Book AwardFish in a Tree
By Lynda Mullaly Hunt. 2015
A New York Times Bestseller! The author of the beloved One for the Murphys gives readers an emotionally-charged, uplifting novel…
that will speak to anyone who’s ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn’t fit in. “Everybody is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing it is stupid.” Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there’s a lot more to her—and to everyone—than a label, and that great minds don’t always think alike.Tacky the Penguin (Tacky The Penguin Series)
By Helen Lester, Lynn Munsinger. 1988
Tacky is an odd bird who marches to the beat of his own drummer. He's something of an eccentric, which…
wouldn't be a problem if all the other penguins weren't such . . . conformists. Helen Lester and Lynn Munsinger have teamed up to tell Tacky's story, about the day when some hunters come to the penguins' Nice Icy Land, and how Tacky's individuality saves the day!Lark Holds the Key (Orca Echoes #1)
By Natasha Deen. 2016
The first book in the Lark Ba Detective series! It’s the third day of summer vacation, and Lark’s halmoni—that’s Korean…
for grandmother—has promised to take Lark and her twin brother, Connor, to the library. Only trouble is, they arrive to discover that the town librarian is missing her key to the library. Lucky for her, Lark just happens to be a budding private eye. Can rookie detectives Lark and Connor solve this mystery and recover the lost key? The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.Lark Has the Shivers (Orca Echoes #5)
By Natasha Deen. 2022
The summer is for sleuthing, and Lark and Connor have been served a double helping! It's time for the annual…
pet fair and the twins have been hard at work teaching their dog, Max, some new tricks. But on their way to the fairgrounds, they're offered not one, but two intriguing cases. Pets from the pet show have gone missing and their guardians are blaming each other for the disappearances. Meanwhile, Lark and Connor's frenemy, Sophie, thinks her house might be haunted and refuses to go inside. The twins split up to solve the mysteries, but can they find the vanished pets and the source of the spooky noises before the show has to start? Lark Has the Shivers is the fifth title in the Lark Ba Detective series, following Lark and the Desert Disaster, Lark Takes a Bow, Lark and the Diamond Caper and Lark Holds the Key. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.