What is something that can make it hard to focus in class?
noise or talking
People with ADHD can think of many of these quickly.
Ideas
ou can write in this to help you remember your homework.
a planner
This part of your body is the boss of your thoughts and feelings.
the brain
When your hands are busy, it helps your ____ focus on listening.
Brain
True or False: ADHD means you are not smart.
False
This ability helps you come up with fun games and stories.
Creativity
When you feel wiggly, you can take a short _____.
take a break, if its appropriate take a stretch break, or progressive muscle relaxation
True or False: Brains come in only one shape and size.
False
True or False: Moving a little such as doing jumping jacks or stretching can actually help you sit longer.
true
When you feel mad or upset, it helps to take these.
Butterfly breaths,
Some kids with ADHD are really good at this when playing sports or video games or board games.
Kids with ADHD have a fast reaction time
This kind of clock helps you see how much time is left.
a visual timer
he part of the brain that helps you plan is called the ____ lobe.
Frontal lobe, the front of brain
Fidget toys help keep your brain from getting too ____ or distracted.
Bored
Name one way to show you’re listening to a friend.
Eye contact, Or nodding
People with ADHD are often brave and not afraid to try new _____.
New things
Putting your things in the same place every day helps you do this.
helps you stay organized and find your things easily
The brain sends messages through these fast "highways."
neurons
Fidget toys help use up this extra feeling in your body.
Energy
When you feel overwhelmed, it’s good to talk to this person at school.
Teacher, or counselor
When someone with ADHD finds something super interesting, they can get into this special "zone."
Hyperfocus
This part of your brain helps you feel big feelings like happy or mad.
limbic system
ADHD brains sometimes have lower amounts of this "feel good" chemical., that make it harder to focus
dopamine