Description
Description
and my backpack's a giant black hole.
It's swallowing snacks, pencils, and papers,
like a vortex that's totally out of control! Even the class field trip nearly ends in disaster when Remi has a run-in with an exhibit made out of glass! Will Remi ever be able to calm his mind and his body long enough to get organized, stay on task, and actually have success? Children will laugh as they follow Remi through his whirlwind day, scrambling to find his things and stay on task. With help, he learns to slow down, stay organized, and relax and reset. Remi in Overdrive is the newest tale in author Ashley Bartley's popular Diamond, Opal and Friends series, which includes: :
- Diamond Rattle Loves to Tattle - Diamond is a snake and a snitch, but she learns that there are times when she should alert an adult, and times to ignore a problem or solve it on your own.
- Opal Octopus is Overwhelmed - Opal is struggling to manage all her commitments. She learns that she simply needs to R.E.S.E.T. and prioritize what's really important. Written for students in Grades PreK-5, the series empowers readers with lessons about self-care, self-control, and self-determination. Included are tips for parents, counselors, and educators on how to help children stay organized, stay on task, and calm their mind and body. This story is great for children who have ADHD or simply too much energy.
About the Author
About the Author
Ashley Bartley, M.Ed., NCC is a school counselor whose writing has been published in The Joyful Life Magazine and on the Kindred Mom Blog. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from The University of Virginia and her M.Ed. in School Counseling from The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA. Ashley believes in teaching children self-control through stories such as Diamond Rattle Loves to Tattle and is the author of the popular Diamond, Opal & Friends children's book series. She is a National Board-Certified Counselor, and lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with her husband and three boys.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"An excellent resource for normalizing inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in the school setting. Remi encapsulates the everyday struggles that many students will easily identify with. This book provides practical and feasible ideas for managing these challenges, providing an excellent set of resources to students, their family members, and their educators. I highly recommend a copy of this beautifully written and illustrated book for every elementary ssroom and school counseling office. " - Rebekah Cole, Ph.D., LPC, NCC
"I just love this book! It is extremely well thought out - that allows the reader to understand and feel Remi's thoughts and offers respectful, and caring ideas and solutions for Remi. Allows guidance for families, and educators alike." - Mark Wiener
"This book was great! I enjoyed reading it! The pictures are wonderful as well. Strategies to help kids with symptoms of ADHD at home and at school are very helpful." - Maureen Mann, Counselor @ Boys Town National Research Hospital
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Publishing Information

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