ABOUT THE BOOK
Written by Carmen Hernández
Illustrated by HV Helmut
Ages: 3-8 | 38 Pages
Publisher: Mascot Kids! (2026) | ISBN: 979-8891382909
Publisher’s Book Summary: Starting school is both terrifying and exciting for Camilo. He wonders what his new teacher and classmates will think of him. But, as the day unfolds, Camilo has a hard time fitting in. The classroom feels overwhelming, and he battles nerves that make it hard to focus or speak up. He gets distracted, daydreaming about far-away places, and sometimes he forgets that he is in school altogether. But as the day goes on, Camilo discovers unexpected joys.
This heartwarming story captures the challenges of a child with ADHD who has to navigate a busy first day at school.
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MY REVIEW
Did you or your child feel very nervous going to school? Just imagine the child with ADHD. This story is a thoughtful look at a first day of school through the eyes of a child with ADHD. Camilo is a sweet little boy who gets distracted easily and often.
In his mind, he daydreams often in class and forgets where he is. This causes him to think the rug is his bed and his fingers are toy soldiers. He also worries about what his classmates think of him.
He has trouble answering the teachers questions, even when he knows the answers. He’s just so nervous. When recess starts, Camilo plays soccer with the children and is very good. With each goal he makes, he feels more confident.
In the end, he learns how to fit in with his classmates. The teacher gives Camilo a chance to be a leader and he’s successful. He’ll still have struggles with distractions, but now he is feeling much better about himself.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Carmen Y. Hernández was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and moved to the United States at the age of five. Carmen is the first in her family of five to earn a master’s degree in general education. With fifteen years of experience as an educator, she has witnessed a growing number of students with undiagnosed cases of dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and intermittent explosive disorder (IED).
Through this book, Carmen hopes to raise awareness among a new generation of parents about the increasing prevalence of these disorders and the importance of understanding and supporting children with these challenges.
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