Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention: A Book for Kids About ADHD

Packed with practical tips, know-how, and fun, this friendly workbook just for kids has solutions for every situation — at home, at school, and with friends.

Now in its third edition, updated and expanded, with notes and resources for parents.

Topics include:

• Getting homework done
• Making friends
• Remembering stuff
• Dealing with feelings
• Getting ready in the morning
• Learning to relax
• Staying focused
• Asking for help
• And much, much more!

From the Just for Kids section:

Lots of kids (and some grownups, too) have trouble paying attention because it''s hard for them to sit still and listen.

• Do you ever feel as if your motor is running, even when you''re sitting still?
• Do you feel like wiggling and fidgeting when you have to sit and listen to your teacher?
• Do you talk a lot and have trouble being quiet in class?
• Do you forget to raise your hand and wait for the teacher to call on you?
• Is it hard to wait your turn?
• Do you play around and bump into other kids when you''re waiting in line?

If you answer yes to lots of these questions, you have a lot of energy! And having so much energy can make it hard to settle down and pay attention in school.