Why Dyslexic Kids Have Superpowers: The Greenbergs Explain
Listen to this episode, "Why Dyslexic Kids Have Superpowers: The Greenbergs Explain" as dyslexic illustrator and co-author Jonathon Greenberg and his mother, retired lawyer, and author, Lynn Greenberg join Dori Durbin!
Lynn Greenberg noticed early signs of dyslexia in her son Jonathan. At school, teachers wrongly labeled Jonathan as "slow" and "just being a boy" before his dyslexia diagnosis. But, Jonathan overcame his reading struggles. Their children's book "Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Airport Adventure" follows a taxi who uses landmarks creatively when dyslexia makes reading signs difficult. Lynn and Jonathan wrote the book to bring dyslexia awareness and show dyslexics have "superpowers".
- Early Signs of Dyslexia
- What Dyslexic Kids Experience
- From Anti-Reader to Reading Whiz
- Why a Dyslexic Kids' Book
- Jonathon Reads "Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Airport Adventure"
- Advice for Dyslexic Kids and Parents
- Where to Find Jonathon and Lynn Greenberg
More About Jonathon and Lynn:
Jonathan Greenberg: Author and Illustrator
Born with dyslexia, Jonathan could not read and write like many other children his age. So instead of acting out, Jonathan used his struggle as a catalyst for creativity by expressing his ideas through art. Having overcome his learning impediment, Jonathan has fallen in love with reading. Robby the Dyslexic Taxi and the Aiport Adventure exemplify Jonathan’s passion for writing and illustration. He and his mother and writing partner, Lynn, are already thinking of other stories that complement this book.
To learn more about Jonathan and his work, visit Creationaire Arts.
Lynn Greenberg: Author
Lynn is the happiest wife, mom, and grandma. A very retired attorney who loves to cook, exercise, and read, she has seen how positivity with feelings and differences can allow children to grow into happy, productive adults. During COVID-19, when many families were living together with an abundance of unscheduled free time, Lynn and Jonathan began to work on the concepts and ideas for Robby. As ideas developed, they became increasingly invested in the character, his story, and the impact this endeavor could have on others.
Buy Their Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Robby-Dyslexic-Taxi-Airport-Adventure/dp/B0BTZVVX8H
Follow Jonathon and Lynn:
https://robbythetaxi.com
https://www.instagram.com/robbythedyslexictaxi/
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More about Dori Durbin:
Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and a kids’ book coach who after experiencing a life-changing illness, quickly switched gears to follow her dream. She creates kids’ books to provide a fun and safe passageway for kids and parents to dig deeper and experience empowered lives. Dori also coaches non-fiction authors, professionals, and aspiring authors to “kid-size” their content into informational and engaging kids’ books! Find out more here: https://www.doridurbin.com
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