Stories about Neurodiversity with Boys - for Children aged 9 to 10

The stories we offer address the essential theme of neurodiversity, focusing on boys living with ADHD, high intellectual potential, learning disabilities, or autism. Designed for children aged 9 to 10, these educational tales provide a playful and enriching approach to better understand differences and celebrate each individual's uniqueness. Each story is an invitation to explore imaginary worlds while developing empathy and tolerance. Access is completely free, whether for reading online or downloading in PDF.

Stories about Neurodiversity (ADHD, HPI, DYS, autism...): boys (2)

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A 10-year-old boy with a round, freckled face and tousled light brown hair stands before the class holding a small illustrated book to his chest, speaking with quiet confidence and a shy smile; Lily, a 10-year-old girl with thick red glasses and braided red hair, sits front row watching him with hands clasped in admiration; Mia, 10, with short black hair and a paint smudge on her cheek, leans beside Lily pointing to a drawn page with a knowing smile as if helping correct an illustration; Sam, 10, blond and slightly in the background, juggles three colorful balls with an encouraging look; the bright classroom has light wood desks, a green rug, walls covered in animal drawings and a large magical-forest poster, and an open window pouring in golden light as classmates listen attentively with warm smiles and supportive gestures.

Jamie and the Magic of Dysorthography

Reading 5 min. (3) 9-10 years old Available in audio story

Jamie, a fourth-grader with dysorthography, joins a new class and dives into a storybook project where he focuses on his love of storytelling and helps his classmates, learning to value his strengths despite spelling challenges.

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A 10-year-old boy named Oliver, with messy brown hair and sparkling curious eyes, is sitting on a large rock in a wild garden. He wears a blue t-shirt with flower patterns and beige shorts, displaying a joyful and determined smile. Next to him is Emily, a 9-year-old girl with long red hair and freckles, looking at Oliver with an enthusiastic expression. She wears a green polka dot dress and holds a notebook in her hands, ready to write. The garden is a vibrant tableau, filled with colorful flowers growing haphazardly, including red roses, yellow sunflowers, and white daisies. Butterflies flutter around and bees buzz happily, while a large shady oak tree stands in the background, its branches extending like welcoming arms. The scene shows Oliver and Emily writing a letter about the importance of preserving the wild beauty of the garden, surrounded by vibrant nature and under a blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.

Oliver's wild garden adventure: a journey through autism and imagination

Reading 8 min. (1) 9-10 years old

In a whimsical garden filled with wildflowers, a boy named Oliver teams up with a new friend, Emily, to save the garden's chaotic beauty from being tidied up, discovering the importance of embracing uniqueness along the way. Together, they write a heartfelt letter to the garden keepers, hoping to protect their magical sanctuary.