ALL KINDS OF MINDS: A YOUNG STUDENT’S BOOK ABOUT LEARNING ABILITIES AND LEARNING DISORDERS, by Dr. Mel Levine. Book. 1993. Written in large type for young students, this book tells the stories about children with different ways of learning. Teachers may want to use this book to stimulate discussion.

BROTHERS AND SISTERS: JUST FOR YOU! A GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH EPILEPSY, by Gail Johnston Ellis, M.A.. Book. 1992. Written in 2 sections, one for siblings that can be read over again at different age levels, and one for grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc., to further their understanding of epilepsy.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN A PARENT IS IN JAIL, by Stephanie St. Pierre. Book. 1994. Discusses how the correctional system works, what it is like in prison, changes in the family, and how to find support. Plainly written in large print.

GOODBYE, HOUSE: A KIDS' GUIDE TO MOVING, by Ann Banks and Nancy Evans. Book. 1999. This book for children suggests activities and projects to help them adjust to the move to a new house. It includes stickers to use to label moving boxes. It also includes a brief section for parents. English.

IT’S JUST ATTENTION DISORDER: A VIDEO GUIDE FOR KIDS, by Sam Goldstein, M.D., and Michael Goldstein, M.D.  Curriculum.  1991.  This curriculum has been designed to hold the attention of children who are inattentive. It introduces the concepts of definition, evaluation, cause and treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in a non-threatening, informative, yet entertaining format. Includes video and a 77-page user’s manual.

I WOULD IF I COULD: A TEENAGER’S GUIDE TO ADHD/HYPERACTIVITY, by Michael Gordon, Ph.D.  Booklet, 34 pages.  1993.  Written for teens, the Intent of this book is to provide information about ADHD and share the experiences of others so that teens will find their own experiences more understandable and less embarrassing. It also encourages teens and their families to take a problem-solving attitude to explore practical approaches to coping and maintaining a sense of humor.

MY KIND OF FAMILY: A BOOK FOR KIDS IN SINGLE PARENT HOMES, by Michelle Lash, M.Ed., A.T.R., Sally Ives Laughridge, Ph.D., David Fassler, M.D. Book. 1990. Uses children’s drawings and their comments about their personal situations to allow readers to express, explore, and understand the issues and feelings associated with single-parent homes.

OTTO LEARNS ABOUT HIS MEDICATION: A STORY ABOUT MEDICATION FOR CHILDREN WITH ADHD, by Mathew Galvin, M.D.  Illustrated by Sandra Ferraro.  Book, 20 pages.  1995.  A story about a young car that has trouble paying attention in school. Otto visits a special mechanic who prescribes a medicine to control his hyperactive behavior. For ages 4 - 8.  

PREJUDICE: ANSWERING CHILDREN’S QUESTIONS, ABC -TV News Special. Video. 1997. Peter Jennings talks with kids about what they think regarding prejudice. Includes telephone questions and interviews with young heroes and heroines.

PUTTING ON THE BRAKES: YOUNG PEOPLE’S GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER, by Patricia O. Quinn, M.D., and Judith M. Stern, M.A.  Book, 64 pages.  1991.  Written for children with ADHD from a pediatric and educational perspective. Especially for children who want to understand the disorder.

THE SCHOOL SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR KIDS WITH LD (LEARNING DIFFERENCES): WAYS TO MAKE LEARNING EASIER AND MORE FUN, Rhoda Woods Cummings, Ed.D, and Gary L. Fisher. Ph.D.  Book, 164 pages.  1991.  Written for children ages 10 years and up, this book offers help for children with learning differences. Gives suggestions for how to get along better and learn better in school. 

SO YOU HAVE ASTHMA, TOO!, by Nancy Sander. Booklet. 1993. A story about Brooke, who has asthma and uses her brother, Daniel, to explain about asthma - how it works, what one can do about it, and how a kid with asthma should be able to do things the other kids do. 

STRAIGHT TALK: A MAGAZINE FOR TEENS: HIV/AIDS AND OTHER STDS, Catherine M. Cassidy, Executive Editor.  Periodical.  1991.  This magazine and discussion leader’s guide contain discussion questions, individual and small group activities, duplicating masters, family activities, and a glossary. 

STRAIGHT TALK: A MAGAZINE FOR TEENS : RELATIONSHIPS AND CHOICES, Rita V. Fisher, Editor-in-Chief.  Periodical.  1992.  This magazine and discussion leader’s guide contain discussion questions, individual and small group activities, duplicating masters, family activities, and a glossary. 

STRAIGHT TALK: A MAGAZINE FOR TEENS: SELF-ESTEEM, Catherine M. Cassidy, Executive Editor.  Periodical.  1991.  This magazine and discussion leader’s guide contain discussion questions, individual and small group activities, duplicating masters, family activities, and a glossary. 

STRAIGHT TALK: A MAGAZINE FOR TEENS: SUBSTANCE ABUSE, Catherine M. Cassidy, Executive Editor. Periodical.  1991.  This magazine and discussion leader’s guide contain discussion questions, individual and small group activities, duplicating masters, family activities, and a glossary.