Hi! My name is Lily. I'm 8 years old, just like you! I have something called dyslexia, which makes reading a little bit harder for me. But that's okay because I have a really big imagination! I love to make up stories in my head and picture all the amazing things that could happen. Today, I want to tell you all about myself and the adventures I go on in my imagination. Are you ready? Let's go!

I have a lot of fun at school with my friends. We play together during recess and work together on projects. Sometimes, my friends read books to me and help me with words I don't understand. It's really nice to have friends who understand that reading can be tricky for me. Do you have friends who help you too?

One of my favorite things to do is draw. I can create anything I want on a piece of paper! When I draw, it feels like my imagination comes to life. I draw people, animals, and even made-up creatures. Sometimes, I draw stories too and imagine what might happen next. Drawing helps me express myself and show others how I see the world. What do you like to draw?

Even though reading can be challenging for me, I never give up. I keep trying and practicing because I know that one day, I'll become a great reader. Sometimes, I use special tools like colored overlays or reading apps to help me read better. It's important to find strategies that work for me. Do you have any strategies that help you with things you find difficult?

Sometimes, I feel a little bit left out when all my friends are reading books and I'm struggling to read. But I remind myself that I have other amazing skills, like my imagination and creativity. I can do so many things that my friends can't! We are all unique and special in our own ways. It's important to remember that we all have strengths, even if they're different from others. What are some things that make you unique and special?

Thank you for listening to my story! I hope you enjoyed getting to know me. Just remember, no matter what challenges we face, we can always find a way to use our strengths and imagination to overcome them. Together, we can make the world a more inclusive and accepting place. Let's go on many more adventures in our imaginations! The end.