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ENCHANTING THE SEA WITH MY ADHD
Written by Shari LaRosa
Illustrations by Alessandra Cimatoribus
- Embark on a voyage beneath the waves with Dune, a majestical, spirited manta ray. A meaningful story and valuable resource for parents, teachers, and counselors, Enchanting the Sea with My ADHD recognizes that within the depths of ADHD, lies the potential to shine and use one's greatest abilities. This tale is an opportunity to highlight an ocean of strengths and positive attributes while exploring emotions that are often found buried like an ocean treasure. Young readers will discover sea-worthy vocabulary, fascinating manta ray facts, and chart some deep-dive discussions. The marvel of the manta ray is a beautiful reminder that we must always soar and keep moving forward!
Ring Tail Raffi - Mindfulness in Madagascar
Written by Shari LaRosa
Illustrations by Alessandra Cimatoribus
Award-Winning Children’s Book
- Moonbeam Children’s Spirit Awards
— Gold medal in Mindfulness
- Story Monsters Approved - Winner in Health & Wellness
- National Indie Excellence Award - Inspirational & Motivational
- Royal Dragonfly Book Award
Many children experience worry in ways they don’t yet have words for.
As a licensed clinical social worker working with children and families, I wanted to create a story that could gently open those conversations.
Raffi, a sensitive ring-tailed lemur, lives with his troop high in the trees of Madagascar. But loud sounds, new experiences, and racing thoughts make the world feel overwhelming. One evening he wanders into the moonlit forest where he meets a glowing comet moth who guides him along an unexpected path.
Through small challenges, moments of stillness, and eventually the wisdom of the Red Owl of the Blue Ombre Cave, Raffi begins to learn how to pause, breathe, and notice his thoughts instead of being controlled by them. When he returns to his family, he better understands how to calm his body and can finally get to sleep.
Ring Tail Raffi: Mindfulness in Madagascar introduces young children to emotional awareness and simple calming strategies in a gentle, rhyming story with beautiful hand-painted illustrations.
Includes interactive questions, a glossary and fun facts about lemurs.
Appropriate for children ages 6 - 10 and useful for families, educators and counselors supporting emotional awareness.
Author Shari LaRosa
Illustrator Alessandra Cimatoribus
Illustrator Alessandra Cimatoribus
Shari LaRosa is a children’s author and licensed clinical therapist who believes stories can nurture resilience, build confidence, and help children recognize their unique strengths. With a background in elementary education and counseling, she blends her professional experience with a love of animals and nature to create engaging books t
Shari LaRosa is a children’s author and licensed clinical therapist who believes stories can nurture resilience, build confidence, and help children recognize their unique strengths. With a background in elementary education and counseling, she blends her professional experience with a love of animals and nature to create engaging books that support emotional awareness and social-emotional growth.
Through her stories, Shari hopes to encourage meaningful conversations between children and the adults who care for them, helping young readers understand worry, practice coping skills, and develop a positive sense of self.
Shari is the founder of Connected Mind Counseling, where she supports children and families navigating anxiety and ADHD.
Her passion for writing grew from years of working with children who often struggled to explain their feelings. She discovered that stories allowed children to see themselves in a safe way — opening the door to conversations, confidence, and connection. Through the Kind Mind Author series, Shari aims to give children tools for emotional understanding while helping parents and educators feel more confident supporting them.
Beyond her work, she enjoys time with her family, reading, dancing, and spending time in nature — often finding inspiration for her animal characters and their thoughtful adventures.
Illustrator Alessandra Cimatoribus
Illustrator Alessandra Cimatoribus
Illustrator Alessandra Cimatoribus
Alessandra Cimatoribus is an illustrator who lives and works in Italy. She attended the International School of Graphics in Venice. Her work has been present in many exhibitions such as the International Children’s Book Fair in Bologna, the Biennale of Bratislava, the Biennale of Barreiro, the American Illustrators Society’s Exhibition in
Alessandra Cimatoribus is an illustrator who lives and works in Italy. She attended the International School of Graphics in Venice. Her work has been present in many exhibitions such as the International Children’s Book Fair in Bologna, the Biennale of Bratislava, the Biennale of Barreiro, the American Illustrators Society’s Exhibition in New York, as well as the Itabashi Art Museum in Tokyo. Alessandra has published about fifty books for international publishers. She also has illustrated board games, designed and painted stage costumes, and has additionally applied her talent in advertising, packaging, and designing plates. Alessandra has also painted fourteen murals for the Philadelphia Zoo that won a top Honors Exhibit Award from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums!