(4) K-3 Illustrated by Gail Piazza. Though overlong--spanning preschool through fourth grade--this book focuses on Adam's struggle with dyslexia, implying that there is no magic bullet to fix the problem. After feeling that it was "hopeless," Adam has to learn how to read "all over again," with new ways of decoding the sounds and patterns of the letters. Pastel illustrations convey Adam's frustration, anger, and, finally, pride.

Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Gail Piazza. Sarah and her big sister Becky face a new school together, but when Becky has a seizure in front of her classmates she refuses to return. Sarah walks to school alone and explains epilepsy to Becky's class. Despite overly purposeful dialogue, the story rings true. Pastel illustrations excel at portraying the sisters' bond and their emotional conflicts, but the figure drawing is sometimes awkward. A note on epilepsy is included.

Reviewer: Lolly Robinson