Very Bad at Math A Graphic Novel
Very Bad at Math A Graphic Novel by Hope Larson is a middle grade graphic novel published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2025. This 240-page book follows Verity “Very” Nelson, a student body president and talented clarinetist who excels in many areas except for math. As she grapples with her struggles in this subject, Verity discovers she has dyscalculia, a learning disability that complicates her understanding of numbers. The story unfolds as she navigates her academic challenges and the impact of her diagnosis on her life and friendships.
Readers will find a narrative rich with themes of friendship, social skills, and the realities of school life. Verity’s journey highlights the importance of self-acceptance and resilience in the face of adversity. As she confronts her struggles and the pressures of maintaining a perfect image, the graphic novel explores the complexities of growing up and the support systems that can help individuals thrive. This edition offers an engaging visual experience that complements the relatable story, making it a thoughtful addition to children’s literature.
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From New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning author Hope Larson comes a middle grade graphic novel full of hijinks, unexpected friendships, and pizza, perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Kayla Miller.
Verity “Very” Nelson can do it all.
She’s student body president, debate club whiz, and first chair clarinetist. You could say she’s pretty much the best at everything…Well, almost everything. Everything except math.
And it’s not like she doesn’t try. Math just doesn’t make sense in her brain. But it better start soon, or else she can kiss her presidency–and her campaign promises–goodbye. Soon Verity finds herself enrolled in a remedial math class where, despite her best efforts, failure persists. All seems lost until a teacher helps her discover the truth: Verity has dyscalculia, a learning disability that causes her to mix up numbers.
Armed with a new diagnosis and improved grades, Verity is confident her math struggles will remain secret. But when a gossipy podcaster dismantles her perfect image, Verity must choose: remain part of a broken system or fight to fix it.
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