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"Nelson used to think school was all about playing around and talking with his friends. When Nelson learns that he has been placed in Special Education, he fears being teased. Consequently, he keeps his learning disability and ADHD diagnosis a secret. With the encouragement of his parents and assistance from Mrs. T., his Special Education teacher, Nelson pushes the boundaries and discovers his potential. ""Nelson Beats The Odds"" is an inspiring story that celebrates friendship, resilience and empowerment. The striking illustrations give life to ""Nelson Beats The Odds"", while the author's story is perfect for students diagnosed with learning disabilities or mental health disorders."

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Bess Haile, Essex Public Library, Director says: Nelson Beats The Odds fills a huge gap in literature both for and about children with learning disabilities. Sidney uses clear graphics and heart felt dialogue to demonstrate the struggle so many children with learning disabilities face in school. Nelson has to use every one of his inner resources, including his ninja skills, but with the help of a caring teacher he really does beat the odds. A welcome addition to libraries, this is just the book to put into the hands of a struggling child. Farrison Team Member says: An Amazingly Inspirational Story. Nelson, the main character shows others, especially those struggling with a learning disability the true meaning of total inspiration, motivation and driven accomplishment. Nelson really does beat the odds and in this tale the author, Ronnie Sidney, shows the world that there is hope for those with certain disabilities. Everyone can be a winner and Nelson shows us how. Well done Ronnie Sidney. For a book of educational value and youth benefit and understanding, you have really done well here. Team Farrison would recommend to all, young and old. Thumbs Up! Kajsa Jones Pitts, Special Education Teacher says: Nelson Beats the Odds is an inspiring book for all youth to rea d. The main character, Nelson, tells his personal story of overcoming his fear of being in a special needs class and pushing to reach his goals. Teachers and parents can also read this book to help them understand how they can also help students overcome their fears of learning. Tedd with Farrison Reviews says: Wow! As a top reviewer for The Farrison Reviews, Ronnie Sidney's, Nelson Beats The Odds, really touched me on a personal level. As a child, I suffered the every day battle of being a slow learner and had many friends with special needs. This tale brought a smile from the very first page. Nelson, the main character in the story, fights to be a winner and shows readers the importance of overcoming and beating any odds that might negatively affect him. This is true in life. We all must strive for accomplishment and this story is a true inspiration and learning mechanism for us all. Very well done Ronnie Sidney. I highly recommend. Ebony Jordan, Teacher says: Very inspirational story! I can't wait to share this with my students!!! More books like this are needed to show students that having a disability doesn't stop you from achieving your dreams! Dan Tres Omi, Blogger says: If anyone is looking to see where comic books and social justice can intersect, books such as Nelson Beats the Odds are perfect. For those on the college level who teach future educators, this book is also recommended. It can be used as a tool to discuss the importance of empowering students as we educate them. As a parent, this book is empowering and helpful. Sidney provides tidbits of information that can help parents make decisions for the future of their children. I am sure educators can use this tool in clas to find students who feel exactly how Nelson did. Finally, Sidney explains how educators are crucial in the role of facilitators. For many students, it can be that one teacher who makes or breaks them. Through many of the characters, Sidney introduces the reader to many of Nelson's detractors and his motivators.

Bess Haile, Essex Public Library, Director says: Nelson Beats The Odds fills a huge gap in literature both for and about children with learning disabilities. Sidney uses clear graphics and heart felt dialogue to demonstrate the struggle so many children with learning disabilities face in school. Nelson has to use every one of his inner resources, including his ninja skills, but with the help of a caring teacher he really does beat the odds. A welcome addition to libraries, this is just the book to put into the hands of a struggling child. Farrison Team Member says: An Amazingly Inspirational Story. Nelson, the main character shows others, especially those struggling with a learning disability the true meaning of total inspiration, motivation and driven accomplishment. Nelson really does beat the odds and in this tale the author, Ronnie Sidney, shows the world that there is hope for those with certain disabilities. Everyone can be a winner and Nelson shows us how. Well done Ronnie Sidney. For a book of educational value and youth benefit and understanding, you have really done well here. Team Farrison would recommend to all, young and old. Thumbs Up! Kajsa Jones Pitts, Special Education Teacher says: Nelson Beats the Odds is an inspiring book for all youth to reaâ d. The main character, Nelson, tells his personal story of overcoming his fear of being in a special needs class and pushing to reach his goals. Teachers and parents can also read this book to help them understand how they can also help students overcome their fears of learning. Tedd with Farrison Reviews says: Wow! As a top reviewer for The Farrison Reviews, Ronnie Sidney's, Nelson Beats The Odds, really touched me on a personal level. As a child, I suffered the every day battle of being a slow learner and had many friends with special needs. This tale brought a smile from the very first page. Nelson, the main character in the story, fights to be a winner and shows readers the importance of overcoming and beating any odds that might negatively affect him. This is true in life. We all must strive for accomplishment and this story is a true inspiration and learning mechanism for us all. Very well done Ronnie Sidney. I highly recommend. Ebony Jordan, Teacher says: Very inspirational story! I can't wait to share this with my students!!! More books like this are needed to show students that having a disability doesn't stop you from achieving your dreams! Dan Tres Omi, Blogger says: If anyone is looking to see where comic books and social justice can intersect, books such as Nelson Beats the Odds are perfect. For those on the college level who teach future educators, this book is also recommended. It can be used as a tool to discuss the importance of empowering students as we educate them. As a parent, this book is empowering and helpful. Sidney provides tidbits of information that can help parents make decisions for the future of their children. I am sure educators can use this tool in clas to find students who feel exactly how Nelson did. Finally, Sidney explains how educators are crucial in the role of facilitators. For many students, it can be that one teacher who makes or breaks them. Through many of the characters, Sidney introduces the reader to many of Nelson's detractors and his motivators.

Author Information

"Ronnie Sidney, II, MSW, is a father, therapist, author, app developer, professional speaker and entrepreneur. He received a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2014. Ronnie was raised in Tappahannock, Virginia, and attended Essex County Public Schools (ECPS). While attending ECPS, he spent several years in Special Education after being diagnosed with a learning disability. The stigmatization of special education created a lack of interest in school. Nevertheless, he graduated from Essex High School in 2001, but with a 1.8 GPA. With limited options regarding four-year colleges, he decided to enroll in J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, Virginia. The following year, he transferred to Old Dominion University, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services in 2006. Ronnie's early academic challenges ignited a passion within him to pursue social justice and to work with the youth. He has spent over eight years in the mental health and academic counseling fields and currently works as an outpatient therapist at the Middle Peninsula-Northern Neck Community Services Board (MP-NNCSB). Ronnie is an active member of the Richmond Association of Black Social Workers (RABSW). He founded Creative Medicine: Healing Through Words, an expressive writing program for offenders. He implemented the program at the Northern Neck Regional Jail in Warsaw, Virginia for six months before expanding the program into an LLC. The company's mission is to improve participants' social, emotional, and physical health through therapeutic writing and dialogue. In 2015, Creative Medicine: Healing Through Words, LLC published ""Nelson Beats The Odds"", an inspiring graphic novel that celebrates friendship, resilience and empowerment. Nelson, the books' main character, overcomes his learning disability and ADHD diagnosis with the help of his parents and special education teacher. After releasing ""Nelson Beats The Odds"", Ronnie was inspired to develop the Nelson Beats The Odds Comic Creator app for iOS and Android mobile devices. Ronnie created the app so that children and adults can share inspirational photos and stories about how they beat the odds on social media. For more information visit the author's website at www.creative-medicine.com."

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