Purposefully Confident – Children’s Book About Dyslexia & Positive Self-Talk (Hardcover)

Purposefully Confident

📦 Preorder Now – Ships Fall 2026

A powerful children’s book about dyslexia, self-belief, and learning to speak kindly to yourself.

Written by Sara Lewis Hartley • Illustrated by SK Artista

Meet Maura, a creative fourth grader who loves art and theater — but struggles with reading aloud in class. Her dyslexia sometimes makes her feel embarrassed, frustrated, and unsure of her abilities.

With steady encouragement from Ms. Purse and support from her classmates, Maura learns something life-changing:

Mistakes are part of learning — and confidence grows when we speak kindly to ourselves.

Told in uplifting rhyme and filled with expressive, full-color illustrations, Purposefully Confident helps children replace negative self-talk with empowering affirmations.

✨ This story helps children:

• Understand dyslexia in an empowering way
• Reframe negative thoughts
• Practice positive affirmations
• Embrace mistakes as growth opportunities
• Build confidence from the inside out

Part of the Purposefully Me™ Series, this beautifully illustrated hardcover supports emotional growth at home and in the classroom.

📘 Book Details:

• Hardcover
• 8.5 × 10 inches
• Approx. 32 pages
• Full color interior
• Ideal for ages 5–10

🎯 Themes: Dyslexia • Confidence • Growth Mindset • Positive Self-Talk • Emotional Resilience

📦 Coming Fall 2026 – Available for Preorder