Fish in a Tree by Lynda Hunt
Appropriate Age Range: 10-14 years
What this book is all about:
Ally moves around frequently and she typically is able to hide her inability to read. Her newest teacher, Mr. Daniels, teaches Ally her dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of.
Why you might want to read it:
This is written from a girls perspective with dyslexia who gains confidence and learns that great minds don't always think alike.
3 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Ally hides her inability to read by creating disruptive distractions. How have you tried to hide your reading abilities?
Ally's dad is in the military and has to change schools often. Have you or a friend experienced frequent moves? What do you think would be challenging about moving often? Do you think there would be advantages?
In the book, Ally's relationships with her peers change. How does it change? Why do you think they changed? Think of a particular peer who's relationship with you has changed. How is it different?