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11/06/2023

Hacking the Code. The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a D-Kid!
A chapterbook with more than 80 illustrations

Revealing the heart of an upbeat, boisterous fifth grader working hard to hack the reading code.
Hacking the Code is a fun, friendship-centered story that shows how every brain works differently, and how we all have different strengths.
This relatable, illustrated chapter book, brings to life the journey of a dyslexic kid in a story that highlights perseverance, creativity and, the power of true friendship.
Hacking the Code is available as an audiobook to make it accessible to all types of learners.
Targeted for children ages 6 - 12, adults also cherish the book and everyone learns from the empowering fun-to-read story.
A free Lesson Plan & Activity Guide is downloadable on www.icarepress.com.
The Paperback, Hardcover and Ebook are available on Amazon. The audiobook on many apps such as Audible, Apple books, Chirp, Kobo, Scribd, Audiobooks, iTunes and more.

06/11/2023

Summer is the best time for neurodiverse and dyslexic kids to regain self-esteem. They can relax without the daily school stress. Fun activities and hobbies help them discover strengths and build confidence. The relaxed atmosphere and time with loved ones can boost their positive mindset. In short, summer offers a perfect chance for neurodiverse and dyslexic kids to focus on themselves, feel proud of who they are, and build self-esteem.

This illustration is made by Mads Johan Øgaard for Hacking the Code where Grandpa explains to Kees why he felt super good during summer but as the school year progresses his self esteem and confidence fades away and makes room for aches and anxiety.
Read more in Hacking the Code, The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a D-Kid.

06/10/2023

Planning a garage sale? Maybe clean out the clutter, earn a few dollars for some summer fun? A great idea Tom had was to add a 'Don't nix it, FIX IT' option to jhis garage sale. Several neighbors made use of his service and got a new part 3d printed, a computer rebooted and binoculars fixed. What better way for the environment and budget to fix something that's broken instead of tossing it away.

Read more about this special garage sale and new member scouting for the secret friends group NADMIL in Hacking the Code.

06/09/2023

Beach read anyone? I bumped into the arguably prettiest Little Library this week. I love the concept of take a book leave a book. So next time I am going to this beach I am going to bring a copy of Hacking the Code.
Don't forget to take a book with you when you go into the outdoors. You don't need a cable or juice for it. And who knows you will find a Little Library so you can swap.

06/08/2023

Happy Summer to everyone in the Northern Hemisphere. (We see you Australia and NZ)
Enjoy and have fun. Just like Kees and his secret friends group is planning to do.
The illustration is made by for Hacking the Code.
You can find Hacking the Code on Amazon and as an audiobook everywhere they sell audiobooks.

06/07/2023

The Matthew Effect spelled out in this Reading Infographic by April Greer. Now for dyslexics this is the great juxtaposition. And this shows why is it so fundamentally important that children receive reading instruction that is based on the Science of Reading aka a structured, multi sensory, phonics based approach!
Keep your kids reading or read to them. That can be a graphic novel, comic books, picture books, audiobooks, beginner readers, illustrated chapterbooks anything goes.
Hacking the Code is an illustrated chapterbook about the shenanigans, struggles and strengths of a dyslexic kid. Many kids can't stop reading once they're started. Get your copy now and keep on reading.

05/30/2023

The main character in Hacking the Code didn't receive an award all five years of elementary school. Despite his hard work and perseverance, among things. But in the last school assembly that changes to the enormous surprise of Kees himself. He receives a very special recognition from the principal. Kees is the first in the school to receive it. Why? You have to read Hacking the Code for that ;-).

Happy end of school year to everyone. Kids, parents and teachers.

05/20/2023

Hacking the Code is a really enjoyable read. Forget about everything that we are hoping to get across in the book about how it feels to be dyslexic, the importance of friendships, the struggle and strengths and how you find out, the support from parents, teachers and friends.
It's a fun read or listen. That's it.

Find out more on our website, link in bio or on Amazon.

04/20/2023

"A must read for parents, educators, children, and anyone who cares about children."

FInd out for yourself. It's an easy and quick read with 80+ illustrations. Or you can listen to the audiobook.

04/18/2023

Hacking the Code is set up on purpose in the same way as Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Because my dyslexic child wasn't reading anything until Diary of a Wimpy Kid. That was read in just a few days. Amazing. The combination of text with a lot of white space and illustrations on almost every page was a good recipe. So we used that formula to design Hacking the Code.
What do you think? If you've read Hacking the Code please consider writing a review on Amazon.
You can get Hacking the Code as an Audiobook, Paperback, Ebook and Hardcover on Amazon. Check it out. Link in bio.

03/25/2023

Every.Single.Time.😂

01/23/2023

When school is not going well for your child and he/she is starting to bend like this kid in winter. Be sure not to blame it on your child. Investigate and find out what teaching methods your child's school is using. Maybe they are not being taught in a way that works for them. Listen to the podcast Sold a Story for a comprehensive background story on why schools are failing their students.
Illustration from Hacking the Code, The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a Dyslexic Kid made by .
You can find this illustration and 80+ more in Hacking the Code, available on Amazon. Link in bio.

01/20/2023

The Sold a Story Podcast stirred communities. I had very strong emotions when hearing about what was, and still is going wrong in reading instruction in the USA. It has me thinking "what was the teaching method my son received when in elementary school? Would the outcome have been different if they had used a method based on the science of reading? What kind of method were they using at all?" For us it's more than 15 years ago but I do know that if my child was in elementary school right now, I would want to find out what reading method they are teaching and find out if that is based on the science of reading.
Too many children end up in Special Education classes that don't belong there, just because they have not been taught the structured, multi-sensory, phonics included approach to learning to read.
Find out what your school is using. And if you haven't listened to the podcast Sold a Story, please do.

01/18/2023

"What I like in particular is how the book addresses common misperceptions about children like Kees the main character. For example the opportunity to shine during science period where the task is to build a bug."
Read more of this review on the second photo. It will give you a great insight in what Hacking the Code is about. Kudos to the one that made this explanatory review. We couldn't be happier with it.

Hacking the Code is available in various formats including an audiobook version on Amazon and other bookstores/sites you buy your books.

01/18/2023

"Explicit instruction is instruction that does not leave anything to chance and does not make assumptions about skills and knowledge that children will acquire on their own." Dr. Joseph Torgesen (2004)

01/16/2023

I am honored and excited to be part of the Multicultural Children's Book Day event as an author sponsor, donor of Hacking the Code books and reviewer of 'Hear Me' a middle grade book by Kerry O'Malley Cerra.

Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2023 (1/26/22) is in its 10th year! This non-profit children’s literacy initiative was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen; two diverse book-loving moms who saw a need to shine the spotlight on all of the multicultural books and authors on the market while also working to get those books into the hands of young readers and educators.
Ten years in, MCBD’s mission is to raise awareness of the ongoing need to include kids’ books that celebrate diversity in homes and school bookshelves continues.

01/11/2023

The free Lesson Plan & Activity Guide to use with .the.code is now available. This lesson plan, written by experienced educator Dr. Jessica Bennett from .literacy.practice gives you plenty of ideas to incorporate into your classroom or at home.

With:
- teacher pages and student pages
- writing prompts
- easy to use graphic organizers for 3 genres of writing
- response charts
- diving into the origin of names and words
- fun activities in class that show strength
- final project ideas
- workflow suggestions
- rubrics and checklists for 3 genres of writing
- common core standards added per activity

To download your copy just go to www.icarepress.com or follow the link in our bio.

Please forward, share and let us know what you think.

01/07/2023

Hacking the English Code is really hard.
Read how Kees is doing this in Hacking the Code. The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a D-Kid.

01/05/2023

Or read a book. Like Hacking the Code.
We’re in California and are literally here today 🌧️🙏👋

01/01/2023

I had to look really hard. But focussing for a bit, these are the first 4 words I saw; gratitude, love, car and money. Hmmm, what does that mean. Time will tell.
What are yours?

12/29/2022

It is so important as parents, authors, teachers to develop relationships with children in order to help them identify their place in the world.

And it's equally important that children (and adults) not only learn about themselves but also about others. To truly learn their own self and how that relates to others and vice versa.

A great way to help do this is introduce stories and materials that act as mirrors and windows.

What is a great mirror or window you know?

12/27/2022

You can listen now to with Gea, author of Hacking the Code on her mom journey with her dyslexic son. With experiences they went through, knowing your child’s strengths and weaknesses, equitable education for kids with Language Based Learning Difficulties and some advice for Dyslexia Mom’s
Follow and click in the link there to get to the podcast or find it in our stories.
I would love to know if something resonated with you?

12/23/2022

Lol 😆

12/20/2022

Love the idea of this Icelandic holiday tradition of gifting books on December 24th ... then spending the evening reading, often with hot chocolate.

And if you have members of your family that are not really readers? Listening to an audiobook is reading too. Gift them an audiobook and they can curl up too, just like the 'paper readers'.

Curious about the pronunciation? It's "yo-la-bok-a-flot." (I am sure the phonics teachers can explain this better btw ;-)).
Hacking the Code is available as an audiobook, and of course paperback. But for many dyslexics, and audiobook is a great option to get to the story. In this case the story of the shenanigans, struggles and strengths of a dyslexic elementary school boy. You can find it on most audiobook apps and websites. Or go to www.icarepress.com to click to them quickly.

12/15/2022

I hope Hacking the Code will be part of many survival guides❤️

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I am giving away Hacking the Code audiobooks! Now is your chance to listen to the Ziggety Zaggety Road of a D-Kid for FREE. But be quick, the first 20 that DM me with your email address or email at [email protected] will receive a redemption code to get the audiobook for free. Happy Summer Reading. . #Graphicnovels #elementarybook #chapterbooks #kidsbooks #fifthgradeteacher #bookstagrammer #kidsbookrecommendations #3rdgradebooks #kidsbookclub #teenbook #booktok #childrensbookillustration #elementarybooks #kidsbook #middlegradebooks #childrensbooks #elementarylibrary #5thgradebooks #kidsreadingbooks #chapterbooksforkids #middlegrade #middlegradefiction #middlegradebookstagram #middlegradereads #mglit #mgteacher

Finally it all made sense. Hacking the code chapter 10, spelling test. The last page. Listen to the entire audiobook and read along with the ebook or paperback. . #audiobook #audiobooks #graphicnovels #elementarybook #chapterbooks #kidsbooks #fifthgradeteacher #bookstagrammer #kidsbookrecommendations #3rdgradebooks #kidsbookclub #teenbook #booktok #childrensbookillustration #elementarybooks #kidsbook #middlegradebooks #childrensbooks #elementarylibrary #5thgradebooks #kidsreadingbooks #chapterbooksforkids #middlegrade #middlegradefiction #middlegradebookstagram #middlegradereads

How did you find out you are dyslexic? Kees felt on Top of The World when he found out. He isn’t stupid and the test scores confirmed that. . Listen to more of Hacking the Code. Find the book on Amazon. . #audiobookrecommendation #elementarybook #chapterbooks #kidsbooks #fifthgradeteacher #bookstagrammer #kidsbookrecommendations #3rdgradebooks #kidsbookclub #teenbook #booktok #childrensbookillustration #elementarybooks #kidsbook #middlegradebooks #childrensbooks #elementarylibrary #5thgradebooks #kidsreadingbooks #chapterbooksforkids #middlegrade #middlegradefiction #middlegradebookstagram #middlegradereads #mglit #audiobook

What is your superpower? Where are you good at? Kees found out by doing all these tests. Listen to more in Hacking the Code. . #Graphicnovels #elementarybook #chapterbooks #kidsbooks #fifthgradeteacher #bookstagrammer #kidsbookrecommendations #3rdgradebooks #kidsbookclub #teenbook #booktok #childrensbookillustration #elementarybooks #kidsbook #middlegradebooks #childrensbooks #elementarylibrary #5thgradebooks #kidsreadingbooks #chapterbooksforkids #middlegrade #middlegradefiction #middlegradebookstagram #middlegradereads #mglit #mgteacher

Hacking the Code. The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a Dyslexic Kid Written by Gea Meijering and illustrated with more than 80 illustrations by Mads Johan Øgaard (he is dyslexic) Revealing the heart of an upbeat, boisterous fifth grader working hard to hack the reading code. Hacking the Code is a fun, friendship-centered story that shows how every brain works differently, and how we all have different strengths. This relatable, illustrated chapter book, brings to life the journey of a dyslexic kid in a story that highlights perseverance, creativity and, the power of true friendship. Hacking the Code is available as an audiobook to make it accessible to all types of learners. Targeted for children ages 6 - 12, adults also cherish the book and everyone learns from the empowering fun-to-read story. A free Lesson Plan & Activity Guide is downloadable on www.icarepress.com. The Paperback, Hardcover and Ebook are available on Amazon. The audiobook on many apps such as Audible, Apple books, Chirp, Kobo, Scribd, Audiobooks, iTunes and more. . #Graphicnovels #elementarybook #chapterbooks #kidsbooks #fifthgradeteacher #bookstagrammer #kidsbookrecommendations #3rdgradebooks #kidsbookclub #teenbook #booktok #childrensbookillustration #elementarybooks #kidsbook #middlegradebooks #childrensbooks #elementarylibrary #5thgradebooks #kidsreadingbooks #chapterbooksforkids #middlegrade #middlegradefiction #middlegradebookstagram #middlegradereads #mglit #mgteacher

I am very grateful for the messages via dm's, in reviews, emails and social media that I received. And even more in awe to hear of the many ways Hacking the Code is helping create a better understanding of dyslexia. Not just in the dyslexia community but also with teachers, parents and friends. If you have a story about reading Hacking the Code, please let me know. A photo or video would be awesome too. I would love to hear and see. Gea , #childrensbooks #kidbooks #kidsbookreview #childrensbook #reading #booksofinstagram #booksforkids #kidsread #kidlit #diversebooksforkids #literacy #Reluctantreaders #childrensbooklist #kidsbooklist #neurodiversity #diversity #dyslexia #neurodiverse #ADHD #learningdisability #empathy #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #teacher #learningdifferences

#Repost @madsjohanogaard ・・・ Reading out loud in class📖 🇬🇧 for many individuals with learning differences such as dyslexia, reading out loud in class is the scariest thing they do, Now all your struggles are on public display for everyone to see, this traumatized many for years to come. It’s important that these individuals have safe environments and ideally within smaller groups of safe individuals where they can practice. To train with family members and or friends can be valuable, alternatively the use of audio and video devices can be a great tool to self analyze your own progress. —- Illustration for the book @hacking.the.code by @icarepress It’s a story about the life of a dyslexic boy who one day have to write a essay, will he make it? Help us to get enough reviews to get further up on Amazon 🤩 . #childrensbooks #kidbooks #kidsbookreview #childrensbook #reading #booksofinstagram #booksforkids #kidsread #kidlit #diversebooksforkids #literacy #Reluctantreaders #childrensbooklist #kidsbooklist #neurodiversity #diversity #dyslexia #neurodiverse #ADHD #learningdisability #empathy #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #teacher #learningdifferences

The free Lesson Plan & Activity Guide to use with @hacking.the.code is now available. This lesson plan, written by experienced educator Dr. Jessica Bennett from @mindfulliteracypractice gives you plenty of ideas to incorporate into your classroom or at home. With:- teacher pages and student pages- writing prompts- easy to use graphic organizers for 3 genres of writing- response charts- diving into the origin of names and words- fun activities in class that show strength- final project ideas- workflow suggestions- rubrics and checklists for 3 genres of writing- common core standards added per activityTo download your copy just go to www.icarepress.com or follow the link in our bio.Please forward, share and let us know what you think. And follow @mindfulliteracypractice and @hacking.the.code along the way.We hope you enjoy the Lesson Plan.Jessica and Gea..#lessonplan #lessonplans #lessonplansfordays #teacher #teachersofinstagram #teacherlife #teachersforteachers #teachers #teacherspayteachers #teachertips #teacherideas #teachersupportteachers #teacherfollowteachers #lessonplantoolbox #teachertimesaver #5thgrade #4thgrade #3rdgrade #specialeducationteacher #specialeducation #dyslexia #dyslexiabook #homeschooling #homeschool #homeschoolmom #homeschoolcurriculum #homeschoolplanning #dyslexiaawareness

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The last poem! Part 11 of Hacking the Code in poems. These poems didn’t make the book so I am sharing them here. If you watch all 11 poems you will have a good idea what @hacking.the.code is about. Have you watched them all? Which one do you like best? ..Hacking the Code, The Ziggety Zaggety Road of a Dyslexic Kid is a fun friendship centered book that will make you smile, wonder, giggle and maybe cry. The paperback, hardcover and ebook version are available on Amazon (link in bio) and your local bookstore (in the US)http://getbook.at/PaperbackHtC..#hackingthecode #dyslexia#scienceofreadinginstruction #thescienceofreading #dyslexiafun #readinginstruction #booktips #dyslexiamom #kidsbookswelove #bookrecommendationsplease #lapubliclibrary #bookrecommendationsneeded #greatbook #bookworm_insta #librarybook #bookrecommendation #graphicnovels y#bookrecommendations #momofdyslexickids #momofdyslexic #momofdyslexicchild #accessiblebooks #momofdyslexics #spellingtest #earlyreading #dyslexiaresource #dyslexiareadingcenter #dyslexiareader

Only $0.99 for the @hacking.the.code Kindle ebook for 6 more days. This is your chance to check out Hacking the Code anywhere in the world! “My dyslexic son bragged about how great this book was so much that his non-dyslexic friends wanted to read it…. And they loved it too!!” - Amazon review from Happy