Best children’s books for dyslexic and reluctant readers this Spring
Are you searching for the best children’s books for a dyslexic or reluctant reader? Bookseller, Deborah from Kenilworth Books, shares the wonderful accessible books from publisher Barrington Stoke.
Does your child struggle to read due to dyslexia or visual stress? Are they reluctant to engage with books or read for pleasure? Barrington Stoke work with the best writers and illustrators to publish super-readable, accessible books that help every child experience the joy of reading. This is just a few of the brilliant books that are available. We stock many Barrington Stoke titles in the shop and can also order any of their books in for the next day.
WE ARE NOT FROGS (PICTURE SQUIRREL) by Michael Morpurgo, Illustrated by Sam Usher (0+)
The frogs always beat the toads at long jump but the toads don’t mind – anything for a quiet life. But then the children and Mutt the dog come in search of some good jumpers, and the toads see an opportunity to get their own back!
Information for Grown-Ups: This picture book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paper to help adults with dyslexia enjoy it with their children too.
SHEEP SCHOOL (Little Gem) by Ross Montgomery illustrated by Marisa Morea (5+)
William the lamb is the worst pupil in Sheep School. He’s always in trouble as he loves to sing and dance and just can’t stand still. But when the Big Bad Wolf turns up, can William put his artistic skills to good use and save the day …?
Information for Grown-Ups: This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paper so that even more readers can enjoy it. This book is part of the Little Gems range, fully illustrated first chapter books designed to support reading speed and stamina.
SHONA, WORD DETECTIVE by John Agard Illustrated by Michael Broad (7+)
Shona has always loved words. She even has her very own strange word thesaurus! When her and her classmates learn that some languages are dying out, Miss Bates tasks them with becoming top-class word detectives, proving to themselves and their families that there are many beautiful languages still thriving, even within their own classroom.
Information for Adults: This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paper so that even more readers can enjoy it. It has been edited to a reading age of 7.
THE WEATHER WELL by Vashti Hardy Illustrated by Natalie Smillie (8+)
It’s the height of summer in Moreland, and Grace Griffin and her fellow warden Tom Eely are sweltering in the heat until they answer a strange call for help that comes through on the amazing Griffin map. After teleporting to Oakwell, they find the town paralysed by a freezing snowstorm, which is ruining the famous summer market that brings in visitors and trade. Using their mystery-solving skills and amazing inventions, can Grace and Tom find the cause of the weird weather and restore summer from the snow?
Information for Adults: This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paper so that even more readers can enjoy it. It has been edited to a reading age of 8. Start the adventure with The Griffin Gate, The Puffin Portal and The Raven Riddle and read the series.
NORTHERN SOUL by Phil Earle (11+)
Marv’s fourteen and his life is simple. There’s football. And his best mate, Jimmy. Perfect.
Nothing else matters until a new girl at school called Carly crashes into his life. For Marv, it’s love at first sight, his emotions flipped upside down, as he knows a girl like Carly will never notice him. He needs help – lots of it – but when it miraculously arrives in the shape of a musical idol from the past, the path to Carly’s heart proves anything but easy …First love is unforgettable, and poor Marv is about to learn this the hard way – him, and his northern soul …
Information for Adults: This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paper so that even more readers can enjoy it.
Check out Barrington Stoke’s website for more information https://www.barringtonstoke.co.uk/ or pop into the bookshop for recommendations.
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