"They Say I Have ADHD, I Say Life Sucks"!: Thoughts From Nicholas [Paperback]

Lisa-Anne Ray-Byers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 28, 2006

'They Say I Have ADHD, I Say Life Sucks!' is based on the experiences of Ray-Byers' students who have ADHD, experiences she had as a child, and her son who has ADHD. Readers follow Nicholas and his animated and sometimes comical clock companion, through a typical day-a day in which he talks too much, loses a friend or two, forgets his homework, loses track of time, and feels all-around inadequate. The author's writing, as informed by her own daily experiences, is clear and eye-opening, giving readers the closest glimpse possible into the mind of a child who has ADHD.

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About the Author

A speech-language pathologist by profession, Lisa-Anne Ray-Byers has worked in education, including special education, for two decades. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Communicative Disorders from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. In addition to achieving a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, she also holds a Master of Science degree in Multicultural Education from the College of New Rochelle in New Rochelle, New York. She obtained New York State certification in Educational Administration from courses she completed at the College of New Rochelle and is currently pursuing a certificate in Deaf Studies. The author also writes a weekly question and answer column entitled "Ask Lisa-Anne" in two local community newspapers covering topics in education, education law, special education, and related issues. She is currently employed in the Hempstead School District in Hempstead, New York. She is married with four children

Product Details

• Paperback: 50 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (August 28, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1419632892
• ISBN-13: 978-1419632891
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,200,487 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, July 19, 2008

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Marcia G. St Hill - See all my reviews
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This review is from: "They Say I Have ADHD, I Say Life Sucks"!: Thoughts From Nicholas (Paperback)

I ordered this book and it was so revealing. I am a second grade special education teacher and a few of my students have ADHD. One of my students is just like Nicholas. It caused me to rethink the way I interact with my students and helped me to better understand ADHD. Loved it, thank you

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best ADHD book around!, January 8, 2007

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B. Bertram "B.J. Bertram" (Longwood, Fl) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: "They Say I Have ADHD, I Say Life Sucks"!: Thoughts From Nicholas (Paperback)

This is the best book! I was able to share it with a parent in my classroom whose child has ADHD. She said it was so helpful to her family. Her child was able to relate with Nicholas and exclaimed, "That's just how I feel sometimes." Mrs. Byers continue you great work!

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Save your monty!, December 20, 2007

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This review is from: "They Say I Have ADHD, I Say Life Sucks"!: Thoughts From Nicholas (Paperback)

I work at an elementary school, so I was hoping this was something I could share with the kids I see every day. Instead of helpful information, I found this book extremely negative. There is nothing hopeful, or inspiring, or encouraging. It promotes the mind-set that "I can't do that, I'm different, I'm not capable...". I shared the book with our RSP teacher and Psychologist, and they felt the same way.