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The perfect story for opening conversations about learning differences and explaining the basics of dyslexia to children. Lively Sloane loves to make up dances, put on shows, and do art. But as she heads into first grade, nothing frustrates her more than reading. In math, the numbers go together right in her brain, but no matter how hard she looks at letters, and no matter how many times her teacher and parents say focus, she would much rather do cartwheels. She feels sad that she isn't keeping up with her class and isn't reading the right way. Then, she finds out that she has dyslexia. Join Sloane on her journey to learn to read, gain confidence, and find her own special kind of smart. Based on the real-life teacher/student relationship between veteran first-grade teacher, author Tracy Peterson, and student Sloane LaFrance.

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One in five children have dyslexia, and this fun-loving book can help all children understand how every brain works differently. When we promote understanding of differences at a young age, we help students grow up to be loving of ALL people. -Caroline Crow, MS, CCC-SLP, Owner, Beyond Speech Learning Center This book would be a wonderful addition to any primary classroom! Cartwheels an adorable story about what really happens to a child's spirit when they struggle and the triumph they can achieve with the right help. As the author states 'Everyone has their own special kind of smart.' With the right encouragement and a dedicated teacher, every child will succeed. -Kimberly Jordano, @KinderbyKim, kindergarten/first-grade teacher Peterson captures the heart of an eager first grader working to crack the reading code . . . a beautifully written resource for parents and educators navigating the tricky waters of dyslexia. -Julie Stewart, Assistant Principal and Dyslexia Specialist As a 55-year-old dyslexic, I applaud you for having the courage to educate children, parents and teachers on the challenges of dyslexia. I really enjoyed Cartwheels. As I read Sloane's reality, my eyes filled with tears. It took me back to the early '70s, sitting in my elementary school classroom and being terrified of everyone knowing my secret that I could not read. I was afraid of the teachers scolding me for being lazy or my classmates making fun of me by calling me dumbo or special Eddie. The early years of my educational journey were filled with pain and uncertainty. I recall the fright of not wanting to go to school just to keep from reading out loud in front of my teachers and classmates. Without question, this book will reduce the fear and pain children will suffer when learning to read. -Zaki Ali, J.D. What a fantastic book. Cartwheels is fitting for kids, parents, and teachers to share experiences from the child's view. The big TRY HARDER words were quite powerful as that was the adult's expectation. Perspective is truly everything. -Dr. Amy Benton, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership, Samford University, and mother of a child with learning differences Cartwheels is delightful book which shines the light on what first graders face when learning to read. Reading is a complex process which can be quite challenging for our little ones. Sloane's story reminds us some children learn to master reading by receiving individual assistance and different teaching methods. As Sloane learns to read, she is filled with self-pride, and the reader is reminded that each child blossoms in their own time. -Dr. Lydia Wells, Retired K-12 Educator, Principal, and University Professor

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Tracy Peterson is a veteran teacher who has touched hundreds of lives in her 35-year teaching career. She was named Teacher of the Year by the Little Rock School District in 2005. In four states (California, Kansas, Nebraska, and Arkansas), she has taught special education, preschool, high school, college, fifth grade, and second grade, and is in her 9th year of teaching first grade in Little Rock, Arkansas. Find her at teachertracypeterson.com. It starts with connection and relationships. Then, the magic of teaching can begin, says Peterson. Along with spending time outdoors, baking, traveling, and playing with her greyhounds, Tracy loves to tell the stories of the children who inspire her.

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