ADH-Me!

By John Hutton, Illustrated by Lisa M. Griffin

5-7

JUVENILE FICTION

48 Pages, 8 x 9

Formats: Cloth, Trade Paper

Cloth, $17.99 (CA $21.99) (US $17.99)

Publication Date: September 2016

ISBN 9781936669516

Rights: WOR

blue manatee press (Sep 2016)

Price:	$17.99

Overview

Helping children who struggle with ADHD identify and recognize their own "story" or experience, while allowing parents to better understand how to help their child manage ADHD

A heartwarming story about understanding and accepting ADHD!

ADH-Me! offers an empathetic journey through the eyes of a child learning to navigate life with ADHD. From daydreaming and boundless energy to facing challenges at school and home, this picture book provides a relatable perspective for children and families dealing with ADHD.

Discover how the child learns about their diagnosis, explores coping strategies, and finds strength through family, school, and medical support. With accessible rhyming and inviting illustrations, ADH-Me! empowers young readers to embrace their differences and celebrate their unique strengths. This book is perfect for children ages 4-8, parents, and educators seeking a positive and informative resource on ADHD.

Reviews

"ADH-Me!, with its joyful art and all the wisdom in its stanzas, is a sparkly antidote to the stigma surrounding this prevalent disorder." —Katherine Ellison, author, Buzz: A Year of Paying Attention

"This clear, informative, and caring story of a child who has ADHD is beautifully paired with warm and expressive art . . . A 'must-have' book for families, educators, heath-care professionals, and clergy." —Robie H. Harris, children's book author

"Knowledgeably written by pediatrician and health literacy expert John S. Hutton, and charmingly illustrated by Lisa M. Griffin, ADH-Me! is an empathetic journey told from the perspective of a child learning to live and succeed with ADHD." —Midwest Book Review

"A simple tale of a young child coming to understand his attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) . . . Rhyming text accompanies friendly, bright illustrations." —Dorcas Hand, School Library Journal

Author Biography

Lisa M. Griffin holds her BFA in Illustration and is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She enjoys creating art that evokes a sense of wonder and hopes her playful illustrations bring a smile to many. Born and raised in New England, she currently resides in New Hampshire. Dr. John S. Hutton is a pediatrician and author from Cincinnati, OH. His areas of expertise include reading, screen time and early brain development. Having been a child himself, he is passionate about the power of books to help children understand, imagine, and grow.

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