About This Book
Reach for this book when your child seems to have a motor that never turns off and you are looking for a way to celebrate their high energy rather than stifle it. Tommy Can't Stop! follows a boy whose constant jumping, clomping, and thumping drive his family to distraction until they find the perfect outlet: tap dancing. It is a vibrant, humorous look at physical exuberance and the importance of finding a 'thing' that turns a perceived nuisance into a talent. Perfect for children ages 3 to 7, this story models how to channel big physical needs into creative expression without making the child feel like a problem to be solved.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and realistic. While it doesn't explicitly name ADHD or sensory seeking behaviors, the depiction of Tommy's 'endless motor' will be highly recognizable to families navigating neurodivergence. The approach is lighthearted and the resolution is hopeful and validating.
