The Unique Lou Fox by Jodi Carmichael (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Unique Lou Fox by Jodi Carmichael Now in paperback! Fifth-grader Louisa, who has dyslexia and ADHD, handles new challenges with personality and flair-whether they are strict teachers, friendship troubles, her debut as a playwright, or the expected arrival of a new baby sibling FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Now in paperback! Award-winning author Jodi Carmichael, who has ADHD herself, affirms and celebrates those who struggle with their uniqueness and triumphantly discover its giftsIt isnt easy being Louisa Elizabeth Fitzhenry-OShaughnessy-especially with dyslexia. She prefers Lou Fox, the dream name shell use one day as a famous Broadway playwright. In the meantime, Lou is stuck in fifth grade with Mrs. Snyder, a total Shadow Phantom of a teacher who can spot a daydream from across the room but doesnt know anything about ADHD. Mrs. Snyders constant attention is ex-cru-ci-a-ting. If only she would disappear.Fortunately, life isnt all a-tro-cious. Theres The Haunting at Lakeside School, the play Lou is writing and directing for her two best friends. And soon shell be a big sister at last. Nothing could ruin the joy of those things...right?"In Lou Fox, Carmichael has created a refreshing, believable, and fun-loving protagonist....Prepare to fall in love with Lou Fox and her supportive cast of family, friends, and teachers."-School Library Journal"The book...strikes an excellent balance between acknowledging the that hardships disabilities bring and making it clear that disabilities do not define people-they can even be strengths....Both humorous and melancholy, The U-nique Lou Fox is a touching novel about a young playwrights self-discovery and creative triumphs."-Foreword Reviews Author Biography Jodi Carmichaelis a multi-award-winning author and a champion for the underdog and for kids who think differently. Like Lou inThe U-nique Lou Fox, Jodi has ADHD and celebrates the creativity, empathy, and adventurousness it brings to her life. Her other books include the YA novelForever Juliawhich won The Manitoba Book Award and the Bronze Moonbeam Award, the middle-grade novelFamily of Spies: Paris, and the chapter bookSpaghetti is NOT a Finger Food and Other Life Lessons, which won the Silver Moonbeam Award and the Silver Benjamin Franklin Award. Jodi lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba with her family. Review Praise for The Unique Lou Fox2023 White Ravens Selection 2023/24 Red Cedar Book Award Nominee2024 MYRCA Sundogs Award Nominee2022 School Library Journal "12 Books for Kids and Tweens That Celebrate Neurodiverse Minds" feature2022 School Library Journal "Great Minds Dont Think Alike" featureFold Kids 2022 Winter Reading List Selection2022 The Childrens Book Council "August: Hot Off the Press" feature49th Shelf "New Fall 2022 Books" feature"In Lou Fox, Carmichael has created a refreshing, believable, and fun-loving protagonist who will be a welcome addition to library shelves…the book flows at a cheerful, bouncing pace…Prepare to fall in love with Lou Fox and her supportive cast of family, friends, and teachers. Recommended for fiction collections."—School Library Journal"A spirited and creative wannabe playwright in Winnipeg navigates grade 5 with dyslexia and ADHD… A strong neurodiverse protagonist…"—Kirkus Reviews"Pulling from her own experience with ADHD, Carmichael…deftly captures the imaginative protagonists internal struggle….this touching book with an arc toward self-acceptance demonstrates the importance of accommodation and classroom support."—Publishers Weekly"In this story Louisa Elizabeth Fitzhenry-OShaughnessy wants to be a writer, but has to deal with things like a teacher who simply doesnt understand what having ADHD actually means. Fortunately, Lou has a lot of good coping techniques and the book takes time and attention to display these."—School Library Journal, Fuse 8"The books also strikes an excellent balance between acknowledging the hardships that disabilities bring and making it clear that disabilities do not define people—they can even be strengths... Both humorous and melancholy, The U-nique Lou Fox is a touching novel about a young playwrights self-discovery and creative triumphs."— Foreword Magazine"In this empathic middle grade novel, award-winning author Jodi Carmichael, who herself has ADHD, lets her vivacious protagonist shine without downplaying the hardships of having a differently wired brain that makes every school day a struggle."—The White Ravens"Jodi Carmichael has written a solid middle-grade novel that gives a good picture of what kids with learning disabilities have to deal with…the writing is great and the story is compelling."—Portland Book Review"The storyline is adaptable to middle school and upper elementary…The author also has ADHD and addresses the day-to-day difficulties of living with a learning disability"—Childrens Literature–CLCD"Appreciate those close to you. The author is able to evoke empathy for Louisa, as she becomes overwhelmed by the challenges faced every day...This book became more than I expected, and I highly recommend you give it a shot."—YA Books Central"This book is amazing. I could really feel what Lou was feeling…I couldnt put it down until the end. I recommend it!"—The International Educator"I hope that every Louisa in every classroom gets an opportunity to read or listen to The U-nique Lou Fox. It will be wonderful for all Louisas to have their uniqueness recognized and affirmed. Highly Recommended"—CM Magazine"Everything about The U-nique Lou Fox is fantastic…This story exudes kindness and generosity and is a must have for classrooms and school libraries. Its time for more stories about neuro-atypical children."—Storytime with Stephanie"This is a fabulous childrens novel! Not only is it written about a main character with dyslexia, but it was printed with consideration for readers with dyslexia… There were also parts of this story that are universal…The U-nique Lou Fox is a great middle grade story!"—Jills Book Blog Promotional 5,000-copy print run Pitch to major review media, including The New York Times, The Horn Book Magazine, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal Featured at virtual and in-person conferences Targeted marketing to major review centers, influential bloggers, and major library system selectors Promotion on social media, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest Classroom guide for educators forthcoming E-newsletter promotion Review Text Praise for The Unique Lou Fox 2022 School Library Journal "12 Books for Kids and Tweens That Celebrate Neurodiverse Minds" feature 2022 School Library Journal "Great Minds Dont Think Alike" feature 2022 The Childrens Book Council "August: Hot Off the Press" feature 49th Shelf "New Fall 2022 Books" feature "In Lou Fox, Carmichael has created a refreshing, believable, and fun-loving protagonist who will be a welcome addition to library shelves...the book flows at a cheerful, bouncing pace...Prepare to fall in love with Lou Fox and her supportive cast of family, friends, and teachers. Recommended for fiction collections."--School Library Journal "A spirited and creative wannabe playwright in Winnipeg navigates grade 5 with dyslexia and ADHD... A strong neurodiverse protagonist..."--Kirkus Reviews "Pulling from her own experience with ADHD, Carmichael...deftly captures the imaginative protagonists internal struggle....this touching book with an arc toward self-acceptance demonstrates the importance of accommodation and classroom support."--Publishers Weekly "In this story Louisa Elizabeth Fitzhenry-OShaughnessy wants to be a writer, but has to deal with things like a teacher who simply doesnt understand what having ADHD actually means. Fortunately, Lou has a lot of good coping techniques and the book takes time and attention to display these."--School Library Journal, Fuse 8 "The books also strikes an excellent balance between acknowledging the hardships that disabilities bring and making it clear that disabilities do not define people--they can even be strengths... Both humorous and melancholy, The U-nique Lou Fox is a touching novel about a young playwrights self-discovery and creative triumphs."-- Foreword Magazine "Jodi Carmichael has written a solid middle-grade novel that gives a good picture of what kids with learning disabilities have to deal with...the writing is great and the story is compelling."--Portland Book Review "The storyline is adaptable to middle school and upper elementary...The author also has ADHD and addresses the day-to-day difficulties of living with a learning disability"--Childrens Literature-CLCD "Appreciate those close to you. The author is able to evoke empathy for Louisa, as she becomes overwhelmed by the challenges faced every day...This book became more than I expected, and I highly recommend you give it a shot."--YA Books Central "This book is amazing. I could really feel what Lou was feeling...I couldnt put it down until the end. I recommend it!"--The International Educator "I hope that every Louisa in every classroom gets an opportunity to read or listen to The U-nique Lou Fox. It will be wonderful for all Louisas to have their uniqueness recognized and affirmed. Highly Recommended"--CM Magazine "Everything about The U-nique Lou Fox is fantastic...This story exudes kindness and generosity and is a must have for classrooms and school libraries. Its time for more stories about neuro-atypical children."--Storytime with Stephanie "This is a fabulous childrens novel! Not only is it written about a main character with dyslexia, but it was printed with consideration for readers with dyslexia... There were also parts of this story that are universal...The U-nique Lou Fox is a great middle grade story!"--Jills Book Blog Review Quote Praise for The Unique Lou Fox "A spirited and creative wannabe playwright in Winnipeg navigates grade 5 with dyslexia and ADHD...A strong neurodiverse protagonist..."--Kirkus Reviews "The books also strikes an excellent balance between acknowledging the hardships that disabilities bring and making it clear that disabilities do not define people--they can even be strengths... Both humorous and melancholy, The U-nique Lou Fox is a touching novel about a young playwrights self-discovery and creative triumphs."--Foreword Magazine "Appreciate those close to you. The author is able to evoke empathy for Louisa, as she becomes overwhelmed by the challenges faced every day...This book became more than I expected, and I highly recommend you give it a shot."--YA Books Central "This book is amazing. I could really feel what Lou was feeling...I couldnt put it down until the end. I recommend it!"--The International Educator "I hope that every Louisa in every classroom gets an opportunity to read or listen to The U-nique Lou Fox. It will be wonderful for all Louisas to have their uniqueness recognized and affirmed. Highly Recommended"--CM Magazine "Everything about The U-nique Lou Fox is fantastic...This story exudes kindness and generosity and is a must have for classrooms and school libraries. Its time for more stories about neuro-atypical children."--Storytime with Stephanie Description for Sales People #OwnVoices story from an author with ADHD Dyslexia-friendly design choices include Helvetica and OpenDyslexia typefaces, left alignment, a reduced use of italics, no broken words, and a prominent note about the accessible epub edition (the note also explains some of the design choices) Dyslexia and ADHD are very present parts of Lous life, but the story does not do her the disservice of focusing on them alone Hooks for plays and musicals as Lou writes and directs her stage debut Hooks for gymnastics; Lou and her two best friends call themselves "The Bendables" and practice flexibility daily Realistically portrays the many emotions associated with expecting a new baby sibling...and then learning its twins Demonstrates positive family dynamics and powerful conversations about emotional growth Central to the story are Lous relationships with her supportive principal and her strict teacher who (although Lou cannot see it until late in the story) loves Lou and seeks out resources to better understand how to teach students with ADHD Special interest for the plains region (although the setting doesnt overpower the story to pigeonhole it as a regional book) Award-winning author of Spaghetti is Not a Finger Food (and Other Life Lessons), which also featured a neurodivergent protagonist Description for Press or Other Media Fifth-grader Louisa handles new challenges with personality and flair--whether they are strict teachers, friendship troubles, her debut as a playwright, or the expected arrival of a new baby sibling. A novel celebrating those who struggle with their uniqueness and triumphantly discover its gifts. Description for Library Louisa, a fifth grader who has ADHD and dyslexia, wishes her overly tough teacher would disappear--then fears she has unleashed a curse when Mrs. Snyder becomes ill. Lou throws herself into the play she is writing and directing for her friends, but conflict follows when she becomes too pushy. At home, Lou alternates between jealousy and excitement as she prepares to become a big sister at last. Details ISBN1772782580 Author Jodi Carmichael Pages 240 Audience Age 8-12 Publisher Pajama Press Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1772782580 ISBN-13 9781772782585 Format Hardcover Imprint Pajama Press Place of Publication Toronto Country of Publication Canada Publication Date 2022-09-22 UK Release Date 2022-09-22 Alternative 9781772782929 DEWEY 813.6 Audience Childrens (6-12) AU Release Date 2022-11-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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