Free Association Where My Mind Goes During Science Class: An ADD and ADHD Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Engage Their Creative Minds

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses

by Barbara Esham, Mike Gordon (Illustrator)

The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses is meant to demonstrate various forms of learning, creativity, and intelligence. Each book introduces a realistic example of triumph over difficulty in a positive, humorous way that readers of all ages will enjoy!

Have you ever started to think about one thing and ended up thinking about something completely different? Emily does it all the time. For example, today her science class was learning about the Arctic Circle. Emily was following along, but then she suddenly became distracted by one of her adventurous ideas. Her teacher is worried that Emily isn't paying attention to the information in class. Will Emily find a way to --she just needs an outlet for her extra thoughts.

This sweet and humorous story is the perfect introduction to exploring creative outlets for wandering minds. Readers of all ages will enjoy the message that distracted thinking doesn't necessarily mean you're not paying attention.

Praise for the series:
"This is a wonderful book series. Each story shows children that success is about effort and determination, that problems need not derail them, and that adults can understand their worries and struggles. My research demonstrates that these lessons are essential for children."--Dr. Carol S. Dweck

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Adhd

32 pages, Kindle Edition

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.