The international context of the book makes it more difficult to reference best practice as this can vary across the globe, but it does give an insight into what has worked well or what has been difficult for children and young people with dyslexia. We feel this would have been particularly helpful for professionals in understanding the diagnosis of dyslexia and guiding best practice. Is the content in line with best practice or research evidence?ĭespite an existing wealth of research around dyslexia, there is no reference to this within the book. These chapters work as a rough guideline as to the content of the interviews however there is a degree of overlap across the chapters as these young people’s experiences naturally do not fit neatly into categories. The book is split into themed chapters including “Being different”, “Being diagnosed” and “Top dyslexia tips”. Each child describes their experience of dyslexia in their own words, with individual artwork scattered throughout the book illustrating their experiences.

The book is made up of interviews of children and young people with dyslexia. These forewords set us up for a book which clearly values the personal experiences of those with dyslexia. They provide real life examples of successful adults with dyslexia but also acknowledge the challenges that they have faced throughout their journey to success. These forewords provide an optimistic introduction to the book which continues throughout. The book begins with forewords by Catherine L Drennan, Professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and UK rapper Loyle Carner, who both have dyslexia. We think it gives an insight into dyslexia for those who have little or no prior knowledge and feel it would be most helpful for children and young people with dyslexia themselves, in view of the many positive stories contained in the book. However, the target audience for the book is somewhat unclear. The book contains tips for teachers and the author acknowledges a need for adults such as parents, teachers and politicians, to listen to young people with dyslexia. They give an insight into what dyslexia is like for them, the challenges it brings but with a major focus on dyslexia as a “superpower”. The book is about children and teenagers with dyslexia all over the world, told from the point-of-view of the young people themselves.

What is the book about and who is it aimed at? Reviewer expertise: Directly supporting families of children with learning difficulties including dyslexia.

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