Brilliant Bea (Hardcover)

Shaina Rudolph

ISBN 10: 1433837412 / ISBN 13: 9781433837418

Published by American Psychological Association, Washington DC, 2021

About this Item

Hardcover. An endearing and empowering story that demonstrates that a learning difference like dyslexia doesn amp rsquo t define who you are. Despite her struggles with reading and writing, Beatrice is a natural and brilliant storyteller. With the help of a kind-hearted teacher, Beatrice uses an old-fashioned tape recorder so she can speak her words and then play them back, as a technique for learning in whole new way. With her new approach, Beatrice is able to show her classmates who she really has been all along. This book is set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font. An empowering story that demonstrates that a learning difference like dyslexia doesn't define who you are. Despite her struggles with reading and writing, Beatrice is a brilliant storyteller. With the help of a teacher, Beatrice uses a tape recorder so she can speak her words and them play them back, as a technique for learning in whole new way. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Seller Inventory # 9781433837418

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Brilliant Bea (Hardcover)
• Publisher: American Psychological Association, Washington DC
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1433837412
• ISBN 13: 9781433837418
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Lee, Fiona
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

An affirming story about dyslexia, creativity, and different ways of learning

Beatrice has big ideas and a wonderful imagination, but reading and writing can feel challenging. At school, it isn’t always easy for others to recognize her strengths. When a thoughtful teacher introduces a new way for Beatrice to share her stories, she discovers that learning doesn’t have to look the same for everyone.

This warm picture book celebrates creativity, problem-solving, and self-belief, showing children that dyslexia is just one part of who they are. With an encouraging message and a relatable classroom setting, the story supports conversations about learning differences, confidence, and recognizing individual strengths. The book is set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font, making it more accessible for emerging readers and readers who benefit from accessible text.

Key features:

• Positive Representation of Dyslexia: Portrays a child with dyslexia whose creativity and storytelling are recognized and valued
• Strengths-Based Message: Emphasizes self-belief, problem-solving, and honoring different ways of learning
• Supportive Learning Environment: Highlights how understanding educators can help children share ideas and succeed in the classroom
• Accessible Design: Set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font that supports readability for emerging readers and readers who benefit from accessible text
• Trusted Publisher: From Magination Press, the children’s imprint of the American Psychological Association, dedicated to emotional well-being and healthy development

About the Authors

Shaina Rudolph has been educating children in urban and suburban settings for 12 years. Working in different socioeconomic environments has allowed her the rare capability to develop close relationships with students from all walks of life.

Mary Vukadinovich has been working with students with language-based differences for the last 16 years. As a learning specialist in Los Angeles, Mary values the opportunity to teach diverse learners, including students with dyslexia.

Fiona Lee is a children’s book illustrator living in central Vermont. Her background in education and science illustration informs how she approaches all of her illustration projects today.