I came across this book mear hours after having to pull half my hair out getting my 7 year old to read a few pages. I wish I would have read this book first.
What's interesting is the examples in this book match exactly what happens with her. She will read a word like "chuck" then immediately forget the word and take 2 minutes sounding it out the next time she sees it. Or writing the letter p correctly then writing it on a different line as a 9.
I like that the font used in the book has parts of each letter weighted- which I have not seen on other books.
This is a great tool for parents and kids as 1/5 in have some form of dyslexia. I cant wait to see what kind of super powers she has like the boy the book!
Thank you Simon & Schuster and Nat Gibons for allowing me to review this ARC.

As a mom of a child with dyslexia. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! I wish they had books like this when he was starting to read. This book gives the added boost to kids who have Dyslexia. I also love that this book is written in a dyslexia font

Thank you NetGally for this ARC of this book. this makes my mom heart happy

A great book to explain to children that those with dyslexia are built to think differently - in a good way and to use this as a strength. The book shows how some of the most successful, and greatest people in their fields have succeeded with dyslexia and not let it hold them back, such as Thomas Edison, Gwen Stefani, Lewis Hamilton and Albert Einstein. Even though they struggle with reading and some of the words, they have other special talents like leading, building and creating and to keep working on them and they will become your superpowers - the book helps to empower children to help them feel proud about how their mind works. The story is well written and easy to follow. The illustrations in the book were great, they were nice, bright and colourful and help bring the story to life. It is 5 stars from me for this one - very highly recommended!

Thank you to NetGalley and Gibaria for providing me with an ARC of this book.

This is a powerful and uplifting story aimed at children with dyslexia. The book follows Benji, a child who loves stories but struggles with reading and writing. He often compares himself to the other children in his class and feels frustrated that he has to work harder to read, spell, and complete written tasks.

When his teacher sets a creative class activity, however, Benji’s way of thinking becomes his greatest strength. His dyslexia allows him to approach the challenge differently, and he is the only one in the class able to solve it. The story beautifully reframes dyslexia as a strength and a different way of thinking rather than a limitation.

I appreciated how the book acknowledges the real challenges dyslexic children face while also celebrating their unique abilities. The message is both encouraging and empowering for young readers.

I also loved the section at the back highlighting famous people with dyslexia, which reinforces the idea that dyslexia does not limit success. If anything, I would have loved to see even more examples included. The use of a dyslexia-friendly font was another thoughtful and inclusive touch.

As a teacher, I think this would be a fantastic addition to classrooms and school libraries. It’s a meaningful story that promotes understanding, confidence, and pride for children with dyslexia.

I really liked Reading Shmeading Stinkin' Reading by Nat Gibson. It’s a really sweet story about a kid named Benji who struggles with reading and starts to feel frustrated and discouraged. I think a lot of kids with dyslexia will relate to how he feels.

What I loved most is how the story shows that thinking differently can actually be a strength. During a class project, Benji realizes his brain works in a creative way that helps him come up with an idea no one else thought of.

It’s a great little book for helping kids see dyslexia in a more positive way. It would be perfect for classrooms, bedtime reading, or just for kids who need a reminder that different doesn’t mean worse.

Benji loves stories and he loves drawing, but he just can't stand reading and writing! Because of his dyslexia, both tasks are far more frustrating for him than for his classmates. But when his teacher prompts them with a different kind of assignment, Benji realizes that just because he thinks a little differently doesn't mean he's not intelligent or capable.

This is a sweet, empowering book about persevering through frustration and embracing dyslexia as a kind of superpower. The illustrations are bright and engaging, and the message is a great one whether the reader is dyslexic or not. It's sure to be a perfect addition to any library or classroom. Thank you to NetGalley and the author for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review.