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The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses Books

In order from If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi to Keep Your Eye on the Prize.

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series is a set of 6 picture books by Barbara Esham, published between 2008 and 2013. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi
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Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets
Stacey Coolidge's Fancy-Smancy Cursive Handwriting
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Keep Your Eye on the Prize
If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi
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First Book in the Series

If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

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

By Barbara Esham, Mike Gordon (Illustrator)

A smart dad struggles with spelling, revealing unexpected challenges and strengths.

32 pages· 1,461 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Summary: Katie is puzzled when her brilliant attorney dad can't spell 'Mississippi.' This revelation opens a journey into understanding dyslexia, exploring how learning differences can coexist with unique strengths. Can Katie and her dad navigate this unexpected challenge together? Discover how difficulties don't define potential in this heartwarming tale of growth and understanding.
The complete set

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses Series

6 books · Published 2008–2013

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

A boy struggles with math tests, but discovers a new way to learn.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

A distracted child seeks a creative outlet in class.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series?

There are 6 books in the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series. It began with If You're So Smart, How Come You Can't Spell Mississippi in 2008, and the newest book, Keep Your Eye on the Prize, was published in 2013.

What ages are the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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