Mrs. Gorski I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets - (Adventures of Everyday Geniuses) by Barbara Esham (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Dave gets scolded a lot by his teacher for not paying attention in class. He wants to pay attention but it is just so hard when an exciting idea pops into his head. And he usually can't tell that he's making a mistake until after he makes them. But after a particularly big mistake, David comes up with his own plan to tone down his wiggle fidgets."--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

Struggling with focus, fidgets, or classroom behavior? This uplifting ADHD picture book, and winner of the Mom's Choice, Parents' Choice, and Academics' Choice Awards helps kids feel understood--and empowers them to succeed.

Meet David, a bright and curious student who just can't sit still. His mind races with ideas, his hands won't stop tapping, and no matter how hard he tries, he keeps getting in trouble at school. But when David decides to take control of his "wiggle fidgets," he discovers a creative way to manage his energy and stay focused--on his own terms.

Perfect for ages 5 to 9, Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets is a gentle introduction to ADD and ADHD symptoms for children, families, and teachers. A great read-aloud for classroom and at-home discussions on impulse control and focus, this book encourages kids to take pride in how they think and gives them simple tools to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

More about the series:

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!