The ADDed Touch by Robyn Watson
A wonderful book to explain ADD to young children. Tells the story of a first grader who is struggling in school. Colorful illustrations. (Silver Star Publications)
Attention Girls!: A Guide to Learn All about Your ADHD by Patricia O. Quinn, MD
This is the first book written for ‘tween’ girls (ages 7-11) who have ADD/ADHD. It offers girls and their parents practical tips and techniques for managing attention disorders and the many aspects of life that these disorders can affect. It was written in an engaging style that doesn’t ‘talk down’ to girls, and is packed with useful and empowering lessons that are simple to apply. (Magination Publishing).
The Hank Zipzer Series: I Got a ‘D’ in Salami and More by Henry Winkler
Inspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, this award-winning series about the world’s greatest underachiever is funny, touching, and deals with learning differences in a gentle and humorous manner. (Grosset & Dunlap Publishers)
Many Ways to Learn: Young People’s Guide to Learning Disabilities by Judith Stern, M.A. and Uzi Ben-Ami, Ph.D.
This “user-friendly” text describes different kinds of learning disabilities, reassuring children without overwhelming them. For kids ages 8-13. This program is also available on audiotape. (Magination Press)
Phoebe Flower’s Adventures Series for Girls by Barbara Roberts.
Phoebe is a spunky, freckle-faced and utterly appealing girl, in a world that doesn’t quite understand her spontaneity or her frustrations with school. Your child with AD/HD will love Phoebe and her best friend, Robbie. Designed to boost your child’s self-esteem and to help your child develop a love of reading. (Advantage Books)
Putting on the Brakes: Young People’s Guide to Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by Patricia O. Quinn, M.D. and Judith M. Stern, M.A.
The revised edition of this best-selling book for children ages 8-13 contains all they need to know about ADHD with or without hyperactivity. Children will be able to read this and know what ADHD is and what they can do to help themselves. Tips on making friends, getting organized, understanding medication, and more. (Brunner/Mazel Publishing)
The Putting on the Brakes Activity Book for Young People with ADHD by Patricia O. Quinn, M.D. and Judith M. Stern, M.A.
Using pictures, puzzles, mazes and more, kids learn skills of problem solving, organizing, setting priorities, planning and maintaining control. Ages 8-12. (Brunner/Mazel Publishing)
The Survival Guide for Kids with ADD or ADHD by John F. Taylor, Ph.D.
Do you have a hard time paying attention or staying still? Do you sometimes get yelled at for talking in class or moving around? Do you often zone out? Lose assignments? Fall behind in school? Have trouble controlling your behavior? Maybe you have ADD or ADHD. If so, this book is for you. (Free Spirit Publishing)
The Survival Guide for Kids with Learning Differences by Fisher & Cummings.
What is LD? Why do some kids have LD? Why is it hard for kids with LD to learn? If you are a kid with a learning disability, you may have lots of questions like these. This book has many answers. It can help you understanding LD and can also help you understand yourself. (Free Spirit Publishing)
Stick Up for Yourself! Every Kid’s Guide to Positive Self Esteem by Kaufman, Raphael, and Espeland.
Simple words and real-life examples teach assertiveness, responsibility, relationship skills, choice making, problem solving, goal setting, anger management, and more. (Hawthorne Publishing)
