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Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

20+ real-life stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to artists.

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Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

Brilliantly Dyslexic: The essential book for kids

20+ real-life stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to artists.

20+ real-life stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to artists.

20+ real-life stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to artists.

20+ real-life stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to artists.

Elizabeth Trudeau
Elizabeth Trudeau
Elizabeth Trudeau
Elizabeth Trudeau
1 Campaign |
San Francisco, United States
$23,605 USD by 461 backers
$22,148 USD by 435 backers on Aug 26, 2021 with another platform

Brilliantly Dyslexic is a children’s book packed with over 20 stories about incredible dyslexics from engineers to entrepreneurs to artists, illustrated by different artists from around the world.

Children see glimmers of themselves reflected in each story - their dreams, worries, struggles, and strengths - and realize .... I can be brilliant too!

With dyslexia affecting so many people (up to 20%!), we need to be talking about it. Brilliantly Dyslexic empowers parents, teachers, librarians, and peers with an understanding of dyslexia and an appreciation that everyone has different struggles and strengths.  And that’s a beautiful thing.

Don’t take our word for it.

 

THE STORIES

Designed as a read-aloud book, the stories are a perfect length for bedtime or classroom reading - just a couple pages.

Each story in Brilliantly Dyslexic features a portrait by a different artist. The uniqueness of each story is amplified by the uniqueness of the art.

PERSPECTIVES FROM KIDS & TEENS 

A section dedicated to sharing experiences, strengths, and advice from dyslexic learners, including kids and teens.

DYSLEXIA BASICS: WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW

We’ve included a section with what everyone needs to know about dyslexia. We’ve got the basics covered - What is it? Where does it come from? Everything is explained in a way that's approachable and engaging for all.

 

 

 

Dyslexia doesn’t show up much in children’s stories. This is a problem…because we all need stories that make us feel seen. When we find those stories, it’s powerful. In the space of three pages, we see ourselves and our lives differently. Maybe it’s possible to do that thing I’ve secretly been dreaming of. Perhaps it won’t always be this hard. Maybe being dyslexic isn’t just an OK way to be…maybe it could be a fantastic way to be.

If you're a kid who struggles to read and write, it’s a HUGE deal to you. And, you need to see that feels-like-it-defines-my-whole-life thing reflected in the world in a positive way. That’s what Brilliantly Dyslexic is about.

 

This is me, Liz, and Quinn, my brilliant + dyslexic daughter. We created Brilliantly Dyslexic.

Struggling with reading and writing, Quinn often felt like she didn’t measure up compared to her classmates. When I started telling her about some successful people with dyslexia, she lit up. She was surprised. How could it be that someone could be both dyslexic and ‘smart’? The more I shared with her, the more her perspective seemed to shift. Perhaps her difficulties weren’t meant to be her whole story after all.

While there is a lot of information online about amazing people with dyslexia, we couldn’t find something designed for children. So, I started writing. We read the stories at bedtime, and Quinn kept asking for more.

Seeing the impact these stories had on my daughter and me, I began to wonder: What if this situation isn’t unique for us? What if we made this a book for the many children and parents who are looking for stories that they can find themselves in?

After 2 years of writing, editing, and working with illustrators, we can’t wait to get this book into your hands.

 

We’ve obsessed about the details from the art to the high quality production finish. You’re going to be proud to have this on your bookshelf / your nightstand / in your classroom.

 

 

 

Credits

Creative Direction: Quinn Trudeau

Graphic Design: Kristine Brogno

Cover Design: Linda Baritski (aka Season of Victory)

Illustrations above: Gillian Dreyer, Paola Rollo, Annie Galvin, Geraldine Sy, Liam Brazier, Li Zhang...many others in the book

Video: West & Social (editing & sound engineering), Image Attribution

 

Risks & Challenges

The stories are written. The illustrations are commissioned. All that’s left to do is finalize the layouts, print, and ship to you!

We’ve brought on some experienced partners who are helping bring this to life including a professional book designer and a fulfillment partner – we're going to deliver!

There is a possibility that COVID-19 related production and freight backups could delay printing or shipping to international warehouse locations. If this is becomes an issue, we will communicate immediately with backers.

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$17 USD
You will receive an ebook of Brilliantly Dyslexic.
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THE HARDCOVER BOOK

THE HARDCOVER BOOK

$32 USD
You will receive 1 hardcover copy of Brilliantly Dyslexic. The book includes over 20 in-depth stories about the lives of incredible people with dyslexia, perspectives from kids and teens, and the basics about dyslexia that everyone should know.
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  • Hardcover Book
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February 2022
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2x HARDCOVER BOOK

2x HARDCOVER BOOK

$57 USD $64 USD (10% off)
1 for home, 1 for your school or library. Each book includes over 20 in-depth stories about the lives of incredible people with dyslexia, perspectives from kids and teens, and the basics about dyslexia that everyone should know. Save $5 when you buy 2 copies.
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February 2022
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3x HARDCOVER BOOK

3x HARDCOVER BOOK

$86 USD $96 USD (10% off)
Each book includes over 20 in-depth stories about the lives of incredible people with dyslexia, perspectives from kids and teens, and the basics about dyslexia that everyone should know.
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  • Hardcover Book (3)
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February 2022
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5x HARDCOVER BOOK

5x HARDCOVER BOOK

$135 USD $160 USD (15% off)
Each book includes over 20 in-depth stories about the lives of incredible people with dyslexia, perspectives from kids and teens, and the basics about dyslexia that everyone should know.
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February 2022
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EVERY CLASSROOM - 10 BOOKS

EVERY CLASSROOM - 10 BOOKS

$250 USD $320 USD (21% off)
Put a copy in every classroom of your school! You will receive 10 hardcover copies of Brilliantly Dyslexic. Each book includes over 20 in-depth stories about the lives of incredible people with dyslexia, perspectives from kids and teens, and the basics about dyslexia that everyone should know.
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