I Think I Think A Lot By Jessica Whipple

Intended Audience: 9-13 year olds as well as carers, educators, or others trying to promote and foster understanding of neurodivergent individuals.           

Written By a Neurodivergent: Yes

Audio Companion Available: Yes, unofficially on YouTube

Neuro Affirming Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

WHY YOU SHOULD READ THIS BOOK

Some people experience the world with a constant stream of thoughts—wondering, questioning, analyzing, and noticing details that others might overlook. I Think I Think a Lot is a book for those deep thinkers, offering a gentle and validating exploration of what it means to have an active, busy mind.

This book acknowledges the different ways people process their thoughts, helping children recognize and appreciate their own thinking patterns. It reassures readers that thinking a lot isn’t something to be “fixed”—it’s simply a part of who they are. The story invites reflection and conversation, making it a valuable resource for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to support children in understanding and embracing their unique ways of thinking.

Whether a child’s thoughts feel overwhelming, exciting, or somewhere in between, I Think I Think a Lot provides a comforting and affirming message: your thoughts matter, and so do you.

ABOUT THE READER

Elisabeth Anderson is a neuro affirming neurodivergent school psychologist with 10 years of public service and is the owner of Connected Family Practice. She is also the Director of Assessment for The ABLE Center.  Elisabeth has been recognized by families, colleagues, and school administrators for her leadership and knowledge as a policy writer, consultant and trainer. Elisabeth’s insights have made her a sought after internship supervisor.  Elisabeth believes that families should be able to find the supports they need both during and after the identification process to build greater understanding of neurodivergent brains, their needs, and potential support options. 

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Elisabeth’s Neuro Affirming Likert Rating Scale

⭐️: The resource contains language or content that perpetuates stereotypes, stigma, or misinformation about neurodiversity. It fails to use respectful and inclusive terminology, and may even promote harmful attitudes towards neurodiverse individuals.

⭐️⭐️: The resource makes some attempts at inclusivity, but still falls short in using affirming language and portraying neurodiversity in a positive light. It may contain instances of language or content that could be perceived as insensitive or exclusionary.

⭐️⭐️⭐️: The resource generally demonstrates a decent level of neurodiversity affirming language and content. It makes efforts to use respectful terminology and accurately portrays neurodiverse experiences, although there may still be room for improvement in certain areas.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: The resource consistently uses affirming language and content to depict neurodiversity in a positive and respectful manner. It actively challenges stereotypes and promotes understanding and acceptance of neurodiverse individuals and communities.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: The resource excels in its use of neurodiversity affirming language and content. It goes above and beyond to accurately represent the diverse experiences of neurodiverse individuals, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment. It serves as a valuable resource for promoting inclusivity and understanding in both neurodiverse and neurotypical audiences.