Books Like My Friend Has ADHD
Families who loved My Friend Has ADHD by Amanda Doering Tourville often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved My Friend Has ADHD by Amanda Doering Tourville often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their child notices a peer, sibling, or friend who struggles with impulsivity, focus, or high energy levels and needs a way to understand those behaviors through a lens of compassion. It is an ideal resource for introducing the concept of neurodivergence in a way that feels accessible and non-threatening for children in the preschool to early elementary years. The story follows the narrator and his friend Robby, showing how they navigate everyday activities like playing basketball and doing homework. By explaining ADHD as a different way the brain works rather than a behavioral problem, the book builds empathy and patience. It focuses on the strength of their friendship, reassuring children that while their friends might learn or play differently, they are still wonderful companions who share common interests and joys.
