Where Does My Mind Go During Science Class?: A Story about ADHD

By Barbara Esham

A heartwarming ADHD picture book about big ideas, busy minds, and Everyday Geniuses

What happens when a brilliant, imaginative mind just won't sit still?

Meet Emily--a curious, creative fourth grader whose thoughts have a way of wandering far beyond the classroom walls. One minute she's learning about the Arctic Circle...the next she's imagining boogie boarding on icy waves or developing bold new theories about penguins

Emily loves science, but her teacher isn't sure she's paying attention. When Mrs. Freedman gives her a journal to track her daydreams, something surprising happens. Emily discovers that her "distractions" are actually the sparks of creativity that make real scientists extraordinary.

Part of the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series, this award-winning picture book gently explores ADHD, focus, and growth mindset in a way that's relatable, reassuring, and empowering for kids.

With humor, warmth, and vibrant illustrations, this story helps children understand that:

A wandering mind doesn't mean you're not smartCreative thinking is a powerful strengthThere are practical tools to help manage extra thoughtsLearning differently can be a superpower

Perfect for children ages 4-8, as well as parents, teachers, counselors, and classrooms, this encouraging story opens conversations about attention, imagination, and embracing the way every brain works. Because sometimes, the kids who seem distracted... are actually everyday geniuses.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1728289394
• ISBN13: 9781728289397
• Release Date: May 2024
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3