The "Putting on the Brakes" Activity Book for Young People With ADHD
Putting On The Brakes Series
What’s inside...
The 'Putting on the Brakes' Activity Book for Young People with ADHD is designed as a companion to the book 'Putting on the Brakes: Young People's Guide to Understanding Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)'. It provides a variety of activities such as pictures, puzzles, mazes, and games that help young readers with ADHD learn important skills. This workbook focuses on teaching problem-solving, organizing, setting priorities, planning, and maintaining control, with clear and encouraging instructions to support children even when tasks seem challenging.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
88 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you feel when you find it hard to focus, and what tools from the book could help you?
Can you think of a time when using one of the techniques from the book helped you overcome a challenge?
What is one activity from the book that you enjoyed the most and why?
How do you think understanding more about ADHD helps us support each other better?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation in a comfortable and quiet setting to minimize distractions. Validate their feelings and experiences as they discuss their challenges with ADHD. Encourage them to express what techniques have been most helpful or what they find difficult. Share your observations and praise their efforts in using strategies from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding and Managing ADHD
Explanation: The book provides engaging activities and exercises designed to help young readers understand what ADHD is and how it affects them.
Real-World Application: Children can use the techniques learned from the book to manage their focus and behavior both at school and home, promoting better personal and academic outcomes.
Example Lesson: Developing Personal Responsibility
Explanation: Through structured tasks, the book encourages children to take charge of their actions and manage their tasks effectively.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to set their own goals and follow through, which is essential for personal development and success in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Improving Self-Esteem
Explanation: The activities are designed to boost confidence by helping children recognize their strengths and learn from their challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this improved self-image to social interactions and personal challenges, fostering a positive mindset.
Example Lesson: Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: Children are guided through problem-solving tasks that cater specifically to their needs, helping them develop critical thinking skills tailored to handling their unique challenges.
Real-World Application: This ability can be transferred to schoolwork and other areas where cognitive strategies are required, improving overall academic performance.