Your Amazing Brain

The Epic Illustrated Guide

by Jessica Sinarski

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Pub Date Oct 12 2023 | Archive Date Jan 02 2024

National Center for Youth Issues | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles

Children's Nonfiction | Middle Grade | Parenting & Families

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Description

Faster than a speeding car! Stronger than a supercomputer! Are you ready to harness the power of your amazing brain?

Get the inside scoop on why we do what we do!

In this book, you’ll discover:

- engaging visuals explaining brain cell and nervous system basics

- the surprising role of our eight senses – yes, there are more than five!

- differences between the two brain “teams” and the ways they impact behavior

- proven strategies for helping our rational “upstairs brain” run the show

simple brain-boosting ideas for all ages

- …and much more!

Jam-packed with insights for kids and helpful guidance for adults, this “user’s manual for the brain” is sure to become a go-to resource in your home, classroom, or therapy office.

Along with a diverse cast of characters, author and intrepid guide, “Ms. Jessica,” transforms complex neuroscience into fun graphics, simple metaphors, and practical solutions for students ages 7 and up.

Faster than a speeding car! Stronger than a supercomputer! Are you ready to harness the power of your amazing brain?

Get the inside scoop on why we do what we do!

In this book, you’ll discover:

-...

A Note From the Publisher

Illustrated by Luiz Fernando Da Silva

eBook: 9781931636513

Advance Praise

"Wow! Jessica has done it! She has used her amazing brain to make neuroscience understandable for kids and adults alike. And she's given such practical, implementable tips for helping everyone process their downstairs brain messages. This guide should be in every school library and home across this country!"

Julie Beem - Executive Director, Attachment & Trauma Network, Inc.

"Finally! A book about the brain that is entertaining and educational for children in the upper elementary grades and beyond. Understanding our behavior through brain science helps to build a compassionate classroom community and culture. Teachers across the curriculum will benefit from using this book as the foundation of their classroom management."

Melissa Sadin - Author and Founder, Ducks & Lions: Trauma-Sensitive Resources

"Sinarski's Your Amazing Brain goes way deeper than neurons and neurotransmitters by also exploring the parts of the brain that are responsible for behaviors and relationships. She partners with illustrator Luis Fernando Da Silva to playfully bring kids (and their grown-ups) the most up-to-date neuroscience so they can compassionately take charge of their brain."

Robyn Gobbel - Author of Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors

"Wow! Jessica has done it! She has used her amazing brain to make neuroscience understandable for kids and adults alike. And she's given such practical, implementable tips for helping everyone...