Ask the Doctor Series: ADHD Resources

Resources for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Helpful Books for Parents

In addition to services such as Educational Therapy or Individual Therapy, below is a list of helpful books for parents. These resources will help you to support the unique strengths and needs of a child with ADHD.

For younger children with ADHD:

• Everyday Executive Function Strategies: Improve Student Engagement, Self-Regulation, Behavior, and Learning (2022), by Valerie Saxton Sharp and Roberta Strosnider

• Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids: 60 Fun Activities to Help Children Self-Regulate, Focus, and Succeed (2018), by Kelli Miller

• Executive Functioning Workbook for Kids: 40 Fun Activities to Build Memory, Flexible Thinking, and Self-Control Skills at Home, in School, and Beyond (2021), by Dr. Sharon Grand.

• Executive Function & ADHD Workbook for Kids: Simple & Fun Activities to Strengthen Focus, Reduce Meltdowns, and Build better Routines, by Marty Fenwick

  
  

For older children and teens with ADHD:

• Everyday Executive Function Strategies: Improve Student Engagement, Self-Regulation, Behavior, and Learning (2022), by Valerie Saxton Sharp and Roberta Strosnider

• Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens, Ages 13-18: A Proven Guide to Get Organized, Manage Emotions, and Unlock Their Full Potential Without Conflict (2024), by A.E. Nicholls.

• Executive Functioning Skills for Teens: From Stress to Success: Proven Techniques to Get Organized, Conquer Procrastination, Stay Focused, Boost Confidence, and Achieve Your Goals in School and Beyond (2024), by Alexander Wealth.

• The Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens: Help for Unprepared, Late, and Scattered Teens (2013), by Sharon A. Hansen.

• Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Teens: Improve Focus, Get Organized, and Succeed by Allison Tyler.

  
  

Stay tuned for additional resources and suggestions via our 2026 Ask the Doctor Series.