Learning to slow down and pay attention : a book for kids about ADHD / written by Kathleen G. Nadeau and Ellen B. Dixon ; illustrated by Charles Beyl.

Author/creator Nadeau, Kathleen G.
Other author Dixon, Ellen B.
Other author Beyl, Charles illustrator.
Format Book
Edition3rd ed.
Publication InfoWashington, DC : Magination Press, 2004.
Description95 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects

Contents Introduction -- To parents and other adult helpers -- Just for kids! -- pt. 1. A checklist about me -- At school -- With other kids -- About myself -- At home -- What I wish other people knew -- pt. 2. Things other people can do to help me -- People who help with school -- People who help with friends and feelings -- People who help my parents understand me -- Doctors who help with medicine -- pt. 3. Things I can do to help myself -- Ways to remember -- Getting ready in the morning -- The easy way to clean up a bedroom -- Ways to pay better attention at school -- Things to do if I feel fidgety -- Help with homework -- Learning to control my anger -- Learning to ask for help -- Talking out problems at home -- Problem solving -- Learning not to interrupt -- Ways to make and keep friends -- Things to do when someone hurts my feelings -- Learning to relax -- When I have trouble going to sleep -- Things I want to change -- Ways to feel good about me -- pt. 4. Special projects with my parents -- Working on changes together -- A progress chart -- Notes to parents -- Rewarding your child -- Special time -- Finding the resources your child needs -- Helpful Websites -- Suggested reading for parents -- Suggested reading for kids.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 94-95).
LCCN 2003028200
ISBN1591471494 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN9781591471493 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN1591471559 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9781591471554 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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