Molly's Great Discovery - (Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia) by Krista Weltner (Hardcover)

About the Book

Molly gets diagnosed with dyslexia and learns it's okay to ask for help when she needs it.

Book Synopsis

Molly gets diagnosed with dyslexia and learns it's okay to ask for help when she needs it.

Molly has a big imagination and loves to solve problems and learn new things. But Molly also struggles to spell, write, and read as quickly as her classmates. With the support of her friend Lexi (an imaginary character who represents being dyslexic), Molly summons the courage to ask her teacher Mr. Mitchell for help. Molly learns how to self-advocate and discovers that it's okay to be different.

Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia
Molly and Lexi empower dyslexic children to embrace their strengths. Written by a dyslexic author who's an advocate for dyslexic kids, this three-book series follows the adventures of a young girl, Molly, and her personified dyslexia, Lexi. Together, they navigate the challenges of dyslexia with creativity and determination, touching on themes of self-advocacy, self-esteem, and personal strengths. The series helps dyslexic kids feel seen and understood and grows understanding and empathy in all children.

Review Quotes

"Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia takes what is hidden and makes it visible, and, in doing so, helps each child with a learning difference feel empowered to embrace all that makes them unique!"--Danielle Thompson, MAT, C-SLT, president, International Dyslexia Association, Oregon Branch, and teacher

"Wonderful! This is a beautifully written and illustrated book series that will help open up conversations between parents and children about their dyslexia, self-compassion, and understanding."--Drs. Fernette and Brock Eide, coauthors of international bestselling book The Dyslexic Advantage and cofounders of nonprofit organization DyslexicAdvantage.org and the social purpose corporation Neurolearning.com

"Unreservedly recommended."

-- "Children's Bookwatch, Midwest Book Review"

"Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia is a heartwarming series that beautifully normalizes dyslexia and promotes empathy, making it a crucial resource for children and their caregivers. Through Molly's journey, young readers learn to embrace differences and find strength in challenges."--Misty Clack, M.Ed., president, International Dyslexia Association, Dallas Branch

"Weltner's books are what our world needs right now, a beautiful expression of humanity. Encouraging all to live their best lives."--Jared S. Blank, MA, MBA, author of Running the Distance

About the Author

Krista Weltner is an author, illustrator, filmmaker, and puppet fabricator. The Everyday Adventures of Molly & Dyslexia series marks her publishing debut. In addition to her literary pursuits, she works in the stop-motion film industry. Her work can be seen in Netflix Animation's Wendell and Wild and in Laika Studios' Wildwood. Her short film, Partially Compensated, which is also inspired by her experiences growing up with dyslexia, has been shown at film festivals around the world and has afforded her numerous opportunities to engage and advocate with others for a more inclusive world. Krista lives in Orlando, Florida.