It's Hard to Be a Verb!
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2008 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

It's Hard to Be a Verb!

Written by Cook and Julia · Illustrated by Carrie Hartman

Part of the National Center for Youth Issues series

A restless boy learns to control his impulses with his mom's help.

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32 pages· 1,174 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud· ~400L
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Bookroo's summary

Louis can't sit still, his body always in motion at the wrong times. His mom steps in with creative techniques to help him focus and manage his energy. Can Louis learn to control his inner verb and find peace in stillness? Discover the journey of a boy navigating the challenges of ADHD with a little help from his mom's inventive solutions. This story offers hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with attention and impulse control, making it a valuable resource for families and educators alike.

From the publisher

When Louis has trouble paying attention and sitting still, his mother has a few ideas to help him focus.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,174
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~400L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
171428
Publication
Published
September 1, 2008
First published
January 1, 2008
Publisher
National Center for Youth Issues
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781931636841

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