Free Association, Where My Mind Goes During Science Class

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses

by Barbara Esham

Mom's Choice Award Gold Academics' Choice Award Smart Book

Explains perfectly how creative students' minds wander as they conjure up theories and solve the world's problems. Bravo. I think the book will provide teachers with insight about their supposedly inattentive students who may never inquire about what the students are thinking as their minds wander. Dr. Susan Baum.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Adhd

30 pages, Hardcover

First published November 14, 2011

Reviews

[Connie T. · Rating 2 out of 5]

When Emily's mind wanders during science class, her teacher suggests she write down each distracting thought in a journal. Unfortunately, Emily spends most of science class writing in the journal. When the teacher asks to read the journal she discovers that Emily is mostly thinking outside the box about her science lessons and praises her creativity.

I like that Emily isn't getting into trouble for her distracting thoughts and that the teacher is trying to address the issue in a creative way. However, rather than using the journal as a way to capture and save the distractions for later, when it's more appropriate for Emily to entertain those ideas, I feel like using the journal is giving her permission to not pay attention during class. As an adult struggling with ADHD, I can honestly say using that journal in that way would be giving me permission to explore all kinds of rabbit holes and totally tune out reality.

[Nancy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am not going to lie, it did not hold my interest. I started to daydream while reading it...maybe that was the point?!

[Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book didn't really leave an impression for me.

[Elissa Luckhardt]

An insight on what it’s like to struggle with an attention deficit disorder when you are needing to be focusing in class and are struggling

[Pam Gentry · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a must read for teachers... Especially those who work with GT students

[D Nine · Rating 5 out of 5]

A "must read" for parents of elementary age children and teachers. Endorsements and Reviews in book are priceless.

[Kris Dersch · Rating 4 out of 5]

While the teacher's reaction to this situation is clunky, I like the idea here and the room for kids who learn and think differently.

[Karen Nash · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will remember these books for recommendations.
Great for understanding ADHD.
Wish they had more recommendations for helping a child with ADHD.

[Elisabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the strategies given.