Dysgraphia and ADHD representation in children's books – with Patty DeDurr
Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people
05/15/23
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Patty DeDurr is a mom, healthcare worker and award-winning author of two children's books: "This Kid Can Hyperfocus" (a story about ADHD) and "This Llama Can Write" (a story about dysgraphia). She provides educational information and resources about supporting neurodivergent kids on her publisher's website, Sensing Greatness. Patty has ADHD and dysgraphia herself, and she's determined to help reduce stigma surrounding neurodivergence by increasing representation in literature.
During this episode, you will hear Patty talk about:
- What is dysgraphia, and what it's like for her to have dysgraphia and ADHD
- Why assistive technology is important for individuals with dysgraphia
- What inspired her to write children's books with neurodivergent characters, and how she came up with the plots for the stories
- The neurodiversity resources she provides for her advocacy work
Learn more about Patty's books, This Kid Can Hyperfocus and This Llama Can Write.
Get Patty's free resources for neurodivergent children on her website, Sensing Greatness.
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