GSEM Gold Award Project Catalog

A Children’s Book About Dyslexia

Project Details: Clara was passionate about helping children recently diagnosed with dyslexia and wanted to provide a resource to help them understand their diagnosis better. Clara researched, wrote, illustrated, and published a children’s book titled My Superpower: The Story of a Girl with Dyslexia . The story follows the journey of Ella, a bright 3rd grader, as she struggles with reading and finally discovers her superpower. Clara included handwritten diary entries in the book to highlight how Ella’s brain works. She also provided materials for young readers to get more information about dyslexia at the end of the book. Clara donated over 500 copies of her book to public schools across eastern Missouri to complete her Gold Award project.

Gold Award Girl Scout: Clara B., Troop 3993

Issue: Students often get diagnosed with dyslexia, without any other follow up information as to what dyslexia is or how to help it. Root Cause: There is a lack of resources made to help someone with dyslexia. Measurability: Clara used surveys to see if her book helped people understand dyslexia. She also used reviews received on her Amazon book page to review feedback. Sustainability: The book will be available for purchase on Amazon. Kaye Rueschhoff, a dyslexia instruction educator, has asked to use the book in her professional development course.