Curious Mind and Dancing Feet: A book about ADHD (Disability Books for Kids) by Melinda González

A young girl with ADHD celebrates what makes her who she is In Curious Mind and Dancing Feet, a young girl explains what it’s like to live with ADHD. Sometimes her mind wants to wander, and she often gets the wiggles. But when it comes to bugs, she’s laser focused. People don’t understand why she fills her pockets with bug-friendly snacks, and they don’t have to. The important thing is, her Mami, Abuelita, and friends understand, and they help her embrace her ADHD when she starts to feel jumbled up. With ADHD, life is complicated―and full of joy and wonder. Offers an honest portrayal of life with ADHD, including challenges and strengths Celebrates disability joy and offers an empowering self-representation for disabled kids Helps children develop empathy and understanding with first-person storytelling from a child’s perspective Centers disabled voices by drawing on the author’s experience with ADHD Features a Puerto Rican and Muslim girl as the main character The Disability Books for Kids series explores visible and invisible disability in the first person, as seen through the eyes of children and written from firsthand experience. The series builds allyship, challenges ableism, and celebrates difference, empowering and educating all readers. Each book includes an author’s note to the reader. Read more

From the Publisher Curious Mind and Dancing Feet: A book about ADHD (Part of the Disability Books for Kids series) Stories that Build Empathy, Confidence, and Connection The Disability Books for Kids series authentically explores visible and invisible disabilities through the voices of children. Authored by individuals with lived experience, these vibrant and thoughtful books help build inclusive communities, support social-emotional learning, offer honest storytelling, and celebrate disability joy! Author Note in Every Book Each book in this series pairs an engaging story with a personal note from the author with more information on characters in the book, a heartfelt example, or helpful resources. It all adds up to meaningful moments of connection. Additional Learning Opportunities Many books in this series include a kid-friendly glossary explaining terms in clear, age-appropriate language. Understanding the Book's Theme Each title in the series invites curiosity and normalizes asking questions building understanding in a clear, approachable way. Curious Mind and Dancing Feet: A book about ADHD (Disability Books for Kids) I Spark Like Lightning: A book about epilepsy (Disability Books for Kids) Uncommonly Curious, Eternally Autistic: A book about autism (Disability Books... My Life as an Asthmanaut: A book about asthma (Disability Books for Kids) Tic-errific Me: A book about Tourette syndrome (Disability Books for Kids) More Than What Eyes See: A book about blindness (Disability Books for Kids) Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews — 51 7 70 48 8 Price $12 99 $9 83 $10 56 $9 74 $12 99 $9 95 Experience Shared in This Book ADHD Epilepsy Autism Asthma Tourette Syndrome Blindness and visual impairment Core Theme Energy, creativity, and self-awareness Courage, safety, and support Communication and connection Health awareness and bravery Self-acceptance and empathy Independence and perspective Social-Emotional Skills ✓ Emotional awareness ✓ Self-regulation strategies ✓ Confidence in unique strengths ✓ Safety awareness ✓ Asking for help and building trust ✓ Courage during challenges ✓ Understanding communication differences ✓ Respect for neurodiversity ✓ Confidence in being yourself ✓ Health literacy ✓ Emotional resilience ✓ Confidence during everyday challenges ✓ Self-confidence in social situations ✓ Navigating reactions with resilience ✓ Empathy for differences ✓ Adaptability and problem-solving ✓ Growing independence ✓ Confidence navigating the world Supports Discussions About Focus, feelings, and energy Seizures, safety, and support Communication and neurodiversity Breathing, health management, and bravery Tics, self-acceptance, and empathy Accessibility and independence Includes Helpful Back Matter ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓