Book Series · 6 Books

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.

Stacey Coolidge's Fancy-Smancy Cursive Handwriting

Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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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

Series

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$1697

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

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

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

Series

Sale price

$1697

Stacey Coolidge's Fancy-Smancy Cursive Handwriting

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

Struggling with cursive, Carolyn must find confidence to overcome her handwriting woes.

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$1697

Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

A boy's struggle with focus leads to a creative solution for his restless mind.

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$1697

Last to Finish

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

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

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$1697

Free Association

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

A distracted child seeks a creative outlet in class.

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$1697

Keep Your Eye on the Prize

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

Can Dylan tackle the science fair solo, resisting his parents' eager help?

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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.