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The Best Attention Deficit Disorder (Add-adhd) Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about attention deficit disorder (add-adhd)? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Attention Deficit Disorder (Add-adhd)

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

By Jack Gantos · Book #1 in the Joey Pigza series

A boy's wild impulses threaten to derail his future.

176 pages· 35,620 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 17,040 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets

A boy's struggle with focus leads to a creative solution for his restless mind.

32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 539 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Sidetracked

A misfit joins the track team, facing bullies and fears, discovering unexpected possibilities.

256 pages· 49,609 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,050 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2008

It's Hard to Be a Verb!

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

32 pages· 1,174 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 229 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

Focused

A girl struggles to balance her love for chess with the challenges of ADHD.

304 pages· 60,232 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,407 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

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A boy battles racism and family separation during the pandemic.

368 pages· 64,419 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,809 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Fifty-Four Things Wrong with Gwendolyn Rogers

Gwendolyn must conquer her 54 quirks to attend horse camp. Can her mom's Twelve Steps help?

336 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,499 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2020

Tornado Brain

A neurodivergent girl races to find her vanished friend, uncovering hidden clues.

286 pages· 59,496 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,179 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2022

Button Pusher

By Tyler Page · Book #1 in the Button Pusher series

A boy's struggle with ADHD leads to unexpected challenges and self-discovery.

256 pages· 17,382 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,427 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Eliza Bing is (Not) a Big, Fat Quitter

Can Eliza conquer taekwondo's challenges and prove her dedication?

176 pages· 34,078 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 225 ratings
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Attention Deficit Disorder (Add-adhd) Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about attention deficit disorder (add-adhd) for developing and independent readers.

Each Tiny Spark

Ages 10–+ · 2019

A daughter seeks to reconnect with her distant father amidst community turmoil.

Joey Pigza Loses Control

Ages 10–14 · 2000

Joey's summer with his dad tests his control without medication.

The Middle of Somewhere

Ages 8–12 · 2007

A road trip turns chaotic when a brother vanishes into thin air.

Queenie Jean Is in Trouble Again

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A girl with a secret must face her fears to fit in at a new school.

Marvin's Monster Diary 3: Trouble with Friends

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A boy befriends a lake monster, challenging camp dynamics.

A Tale as Tall as Jacob

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A sister navigates the chaos and joy of life with her ADHD brother.

A Perfect Mistake

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A boy must uncover the truth of a mysterious night to save his friendships and himself.

Race for the Ruby Turtle

Ages 8–11 · 2023

A boy's quest for a mythical turtle tests his courage and priorities.

My Life with ADHD

Ages 6–9 · 2021

Discover Annabelle's world as she navigates life with ADHD.

Rachel Friedman Breaks the Rules
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Rachel Friedman Breaks the Rules

Ages 5–9 · 2024

A week of rule-following tests Rachel's beliefs and choices.

The Homework Squad's ADHD Guide to School Success
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The Homework Squad's ADHD Guide to School Success

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Unlock study skills with the Homework Squad's ADHD-friendly guide.

Marvin's Monster Diary

Ages 7–11 · 2016

A secret formula turns Marvin's chaotic life into an adventure of self-discovery.

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