If you’re looking for an engaging, positive and practical book to help children (and adults!) understand ADHD in a fun, informative way, ADHD: Rapped Up! is a standout new release worth adding to your shelf.
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Written by TikTok educator and ADHD advocate Jamie “Mr G” Gilbert, this book blends learning with creativity, rhythm and real-world strategies that make neurodivergence feel celebrated rather than misunderstood.
I don’t say this lightly. ADHD has some seriously bad press and lots of opinions on ADHD come from a place of lack of understanding and bias stereotyping. This book addresses both of these elements in a way that can be understood by children and adults.
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About the Author – Mr G
The author of ADHD: Rapped Up! is Jamie “Mr G” Gilbert, a teacher, creator and ADHD advocate whose work has reached thousands of families and educators worldwide.
As an experienced Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) professional, Jamie has spent more than a decade working with children, especially those navigating ADHD and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
What makes his voice so compelling is that he writes from lived experience (own voices) he was diagnosed with ADHD himself as an adult and uses that insight to inform every page of this accessible book.
Mr G first gained popularity through social media, especially TikTok, where his short, positive videos combine humour, practical tips and genuine warmth to demystify ADHD for a wide audience.
He has built a substantial community online – including over a million followers – by showcasing both the strengths and real-world challenges of living with ADHD, and by sharing strategies that help children and adults alike manage attention, impulsivity and sensory needs.
Beyond his online presence, Jamie is actively involved in the broader educational world. His work has been recognised in professional SEND circles, and he has contributed to discussions on shaping inclusive learning approaches for SEMH schools.
His engaging style – the same one that has made him a social-media sensation – translates into ADHD: Rapped Up! where readers encounter not just information but relationships: a trusted guide who speaks to young readers as equals, with humour, empathy and respect.
What’s Inside the Book
This isn’t your typical nonfiction book. ADHD: Rapped Up! is designed to be:
- Interactive and playful: It’s packed with raps, movement breaks and activities that keep young readers engaged and help them actively learn while they move. There’s free audio clips to support this.
- Child-friendly explanations: Concepts about how neurodivergent brains work are broken down clearly without talking down to the audience.
- Illustrated and accessible: Fun illustrations pepper the book, striking a balance between text and visual cues – ideal for readers aged roughly 8 years + but could easily be shared together with younger children.
- Practical strategies: You’ll find tips for dealing with tricky situations, understanding hyperactivity and impulsivity, and using routines and breaks to thrive.
The text to visual ratio is very good and you feel that there is a genuine understanding of some of the challenges that some children/ people have with ADHD and reading. Spacing is well balanced and changes in text help to engage and maintain interest.
As a family with a wheelchair user it also lovely to see representation of a wheelchair user within the book.
Free Audio Book & Extras
One of the standout features is the free audiobook version – easily accessed via QR codes included in the book – along with movement break videos and interactive elements like a fidget feature. These extras help make the book multi-sensory, a huge bonus for kids who learn best by doing, listening and moving. Which can often be the case for those with ADHD.
This mix of audio and visual resources makes the title not just something to read – but something to experience. It’s a brilliant tool not just for children with ADHD, but for parents, carers and educators who want to build understanding and celebrate neurodiversity together with young people. Below you’ll find some of the free resources available from the publishers Sweet Cherry Publishing.
Why This Book Matters
There’s been a welcome rise in books that help explain neurodivergence for children and families – especially ones written by people with lived experience. ADHD: Rapped Up! stands out because it:
- treats ADHD with respect and positivity
- gives real tools and language for children to understand themselves
- includes creative movement and rhythm to reinforce learning
It’s not just informative – it empowers.
Related Reads on Busy Busy Learning
If this review resonates with you, here are further posts you may find useful:
- 📖 “My Amazing ADHD Brain: A Guide to Children Thriving with ADHD” – another excellent book that frames ADHD strengths and challenges in a positive, child-friendly way. This book is targeted for a younger audience than ADHD: Rapped Up! by Mr G – Book Review and follows a picture book rather than chapter book format. Check out the review here.
- 🎧 “Binaural Beats for ADHD, Focus & Anxiety: How They Work” – explores how sound frequencies may support focus and relaxation for neurodivergent learners. Check the post out here.
- 📚 Explore our Neurodivergent Archives for more posts on ADHD, neurodiversity and practical support strategies.
Final Thoughts
ADHD: Rapped Up! is a celebratory, practical, and joyful resource that brings the ADHD brain to life in a way that feels empowering rather than clinical. With its free audio download, interactive elements and relatable author voice, it’s ideal for home educators, classrooms, parents and children who want to understand ADHD holistically – not just academically.
Have you read it yet? I’d love to hear how your family or classroom connected with this book – especially which raps became your favourites!
Thank you very much for Sweet Cherry Publishing for sending this title our way with no obligation to review. All opinions are my own.
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