Hi, It’S Me!

This candid picture book offers an intimate window into the ADHD experience through rhyming verse that captures the racing thoughts, emotional swings, and sensory overload familiar to neurodivergent children. The narrative voice authentically conveys the frustration of a child whose inner world feels misunderstood by adults, moving swiftly between hyperfocus and distraction in a way that mirrors the actual cognitive patterns of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Mabry draws from personal experience to depict the daily challenges—from emotional dysregulation to executive function struggles—with visceral accuracy that both validates and educates.

What distinguishes this work is its dual purpose as both mirror and guide, pairing the child's perspective with practical strategies that empower young readers to understand their own brains. The combination of emotional validation and concrete coping mechanisms makes this particularly valuable for elementary-aged children beginning to recognize their neurodivergence, while the backmatter tips provide crucial context for caregivers. This book succeeds in transforming feelings of isolation into recognition and self-awareness, making it a potent tool for building confidence in kids who think differently.