Baxter Turns Down His Buzz: A Story for Little Kids About ADHD

by James M. Foley, Shirley Ng-Benitez (Illustrator)

Overview

Written for children ages 4 to 8 with ADHD and impulsiveness, Baxter Turns Down His Buzz is the story of a high-energy rabbit who learns to control his activity level. His uncle Barnaby guides Baxter through the steps necessary to “turn down his buzz” through behavioral strategies like mindfulness, progressive relaxation, and visualization, rather than medication. Also includes a “Note to Parents and Caregivers.”

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433835438
Publisher:	American Psychological Association
Publication date:	04/30/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	11 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

James M. Foley, DEd, is a retired licensed psychologist is the author of Baxter Turns Down His Buzz, Danny and the Blue Cloud, and  Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying. He has served as a clinical director and member of a community mental health center children's service team and has extensive experience as a school psychologist and child and family therapist. He now resides in Sonoma County, CA, in close proximity to his two adult children, and serves as psychological consultant to a local school district.
 
Shirley Ng-Benitez is the owner of Gabby & Company, a firm designing, illustrating, and handlettering for the technology, greeting card, medical, toy, and publishing industries. She lives in San Martin, CA, with her husband and two daughters. She is the illustrator of of Baxter Turns Down His Buzz, Danny and the Blue Cloud, and  Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying. Visit her at www.shirleyngbenitez.com and follow her on Twitter and Instagram: @shirleysillos.

Editorial Reviews

Baxter is a great introduction to this tool for managing ADHD, especially for little kids, though older ones may also enjoy it. For my son’s writing assignment that day, he proclaimed, “Baxter is good.” High praise, indeed.”—ADDitude Magazine
 
“Baxter Turns Down His Buzz is a good story for all children. In today’s fast paced world I think we all need to take a moment and slow down.”—Peyton’s Momma
 

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