Aaron Slater, Illustrator

This uplifting story introduces Aaron Slater, a new character in the beloved Questioneers series, who adores stories but finds reading incredibly difficult. The letters on the page appear as squiggles, leading to frustration and a feeling of being different from his classmates. When tasked with writing a story, Aaron's struggle is palpable until he realizes he can express his narratives through his exceptional artistic talent. This book beautifully normalizes learning differences, implicitly touching on dyslexia, and champions the idea that there are many ways to be smart and creative. It's a wonderful read for children aged 4-11, particularly those who may be struggling with reading or feeling self-conscious about their unique learning styles.

An uplifting story about the power of art, finding your voice, and telling your story even when you're out of step with your peers from the #1 bestselling creators of Sofia Valdez, Future Prez and Ada Twist, Scientist! Aaron Slater loves listening to stories and dreams of one day writing them himself. But when it comes to reading, the letters just look like squiggles to him, and it soon becomes clear he struggles more than his peers. When his teacher asks each child in the class to write a story, Aaron can't get a single word down. He is sure his dream of being a storyteller is out of reach . . . until inspiration strikes, and Aaron finds a way to spin a tale in a way that is uniquely his. Follow Iggy Peck, Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, Sofia Valdez, and Aaron Slater on all of their adventures! Add the picture books, chapter books, and activity books starring The Questioneers by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today.