Barbara Esham

Books by This Author

If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi?

Illustrated by: Mike and Carl Gordon
Age Level: 6-9
Katie is keen observer and a curious third grader. So when her dad explains why he finds spelling difficult, Katie wants to investigate. She learns that her very intelligent dad, a lawyer, has dyslexia — probably like a couple of Katie's classmates. Expressive line and wash illustrations enhance the engaging, illuminating story. Part of The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series.

Last to Finish: A Story About the Smartest Boy in Math Class

Illustrated by: Mike and Carl Gordon
Age Level: 6-9
Max's hopes of becoming an engineer seem unattainable as Max's brain freezes every time he takes a timed math fact test and is teased by the other children. That is until it's discovered that Max understands how math works but just has trouble with memorization. A satisfying resolution does not involve a timer! Part of The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series.

Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets

Illustrated by: Mike and Carl Gordon
Age Level: 6-9
David's teacher asks for a parent conference when David's behavior distracts the rest of the class. David, however, comes up with his own wiggle fidget cures that he shares at the meeting, combining creativity and practicality that just may help others with the wiggle fidgets. Part of The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series.