Sparky's Excellent Misadventures: My a.D.D. Journal, by Me (Sparky)
Phyllis Carpenter
ISBN 10: 1557986061 ISBN 13: 9781557986061
Published by American Psychological Association, 1999
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About this Item
Description:
A fictional title in journal format about AD featuring a younger child--books on AD for younger readers is a Magination specialty. While on a serious subject, the story is lighthearted and fun to read. It covers coping techniques and medication. The demand for books in this area is huge and keeps growing. Full-color illustrations. Seller Inventory # CIN1557986061VG
Synopsis:
Told in a first person diary format, Sparky's week-in-the-life tale is optimistic and fun, and includes many valuable insights and ideas that can help kids with ADD and ADHD gain more control of their lives.
Spencer Allen Douglass-known as amp quot Sparky amp quot for his red hair-is lively and smart and has a great sense of humor. He also has ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), which can make life exciting, or a real pain! With a little help from his family and school, and by writing about his ups and downs in his journal, he's figuring out how to amp quot manage his wiggles and keep all of his giggles. amp quot
The authors have extensive personal and professional experience in the field. Sparky will appeal to both children and adults and offer comfort, humor, and solid advice.
About the Author:
Phyllis Carpenter is an elementary school teacher with more than 2 years of professional and personal experience with children and ADD. She lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Marti Ford is a long-time advocate in the school system for children with ADD, as well as a leader and liaison in parent-teacher and parent-school board associations. She lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Peter Horjus, illustrator of Sparky's Exellent Misadventures, traces his career back to doodling in his own journals as a boy. He lives in San Diego, California.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Sparky's Excellent Misadventures: My a.D.D. ...
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Publication Date: 1999
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Horjus, Peter
Condition: Very Good