Brilliant Bea

An affirming story about dyslexia, creativity, and different ways of learning

Beatrice has big ideas and a wonderful imagination, but reading and writing can feel challenging. At school, it isn't always easy for others to recognize her strengths. When a thoughtful teacher introduces a new way for Beatrice to share her stories, she discovers that learning doesn't have to look the same for everyone.

This warm picture book celebrates creativity, problem-solving, and self-belief, showing children that dyslexia is just one part of who they are. With an encouraging message and a relatable classroom setting, the story supports conversations about learning differences, confidence, and recognizing individual strengths. The book is set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font, making it more accessible for emerging readers and readers who benefit from accessible text.

Key features:

• Positive Representation of Dyslexia Portrays a child with dyslexia whose creativity and storytelling are recognized and valued
• Strengths-Based Message Emphasizes self-belief, problem-solving, and honoring different ways of learning
• Supportive Learning Environment Highlights how understanding educators can help children share ideas and succeed in the classroom
• Accessible Design Set in EasyReading, a dyslexia-friendly font that supports readability for emerging readers and readers who benefit from accessible text
• Trusted Publisher From Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association, dedicated to emotional well-being and healthy development