Author : Karen Ann Leonard
Publisher : Outskirts Press
ISBN 13 : 9781977245472
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (454 download)
Book Synopsis Another Atypical Distinctively Different Hilariously Happy Delightful Day by : Karen Ann Leonard
Download or read book Another Atypical Distinctively Different Hilariously Happy Delightful Day written by Karen Ann Leonard and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2021-08-27 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A staggering number of children receive an ADHD diagnosis. An estimated 6.1 million American children ages 2-17 have received that diagnosis of, representing 9.4% of this total age group nationwide as of 2016 (Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, 2018) These young children, their parents and educators deserve as much information as possible about their condition so that the children can thrive and succeed. Another atypical Distinctively different Hilariously happy Delightful day is directed to readers ages 8-12 who have received this diagnosis, their parents, friends and educators. The book focuses on the positives associated with ADHD. When the young boy in the book receives his ADHD diagnosis he is not discouraged but instead is motivated to try to figure out how his brain works. Watching his thoughts whiz by, he compares his thinking process to a speeding race car with no brakes. Recognizing his brain's unique assets, he enthusiastically describes in great detail some of his ADHD superpowers. Wisely acknowledging the traits that he needs to work on, he adds asking for help to his expanding list of superpowers.