u003cbu003eThe real-life, classic story of a dyslexic girl and the teacher who would not let her fail. A perfect gift for teachers and for reading students of any age.u003c/bu003e u003cpu003ePatricia Polacco is now one of America's most loved children's book creators, but once upon a time, she was a little girl named Trisha starting school. Trisha could paint and draw beautifully, but when she looked at words on a page, all she could see was jumble. It took a very special teacher to recognize little Trisha's dyslexia: Mr. Falker, who encouraged her to overcome her reading disability. Patricia Polacco will never forget him, and neither will we.u003cpu003eThis inspiring story is available in a deluxe slipcased edition, complete with a personal letter to readers from Patricia Polacco herself. u003ciu003eThank You, Mr. Falkeru003c/iu003e will make a beautiful gift for the special child who needs encouragement&150or any special teacher who has made a difference in the child's life. u003cpu003eu003c/pu003e