Staff Pick
Graphic novels are already a wonderful way to get children to read and this graphic novel goes a step further by being dyslexia-friendly. Emiline, our heroine and knight in training, can do lots of hard things like confronting trolls. However, reading is something she struggles with. The letters dance on the page when she tries, but she doesn't let that stop her. She is determined to become a great knight. Everything about this book makes it easier for dyslexic children to learn to read, including a dyslexia-friendly font, low-contrast (and beautiful) art, and a story about a child who will never give up. Recommended By Rose H., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Emiline is a charming, dyslexia-friendly children's story about learning to read, told in a traditional, watercolored style reminiscent of Beatrix Potter and Garth Williams.
Emiline is learning how to be a knight. There are many skills that knights need: sword fighting, unicorn riding, and PB&J eating While Emiline is very good at these, she has a hard time reading. But when fixing a dangerous situation means Emiline must read some magic words, she discovers that with practice, curiosity, and help from her friends, she can improve at reading and save the day
Emiline has been developed to be easier to read for children with dyslexia, including a dyslexia-friendly font and low-contrast art.