A joyful rhyming picture book exploring neurodiversity that's perfect for EVERY young reader. There's a drummer in my head. They are tiny, but they're there. And they tap-a-tap-tap and pa-rum-pa-pum-pum All day without a care. Sounds distracting? It can be! When this little girl is overwhelmed, her little drummer beats fast and loud. She taps out a rhythm when she's trying to concentrate. And the little drummer knows just how to make her smile. Debut children's author Sian Radford shares her experience of neurodivergence in this playful, imaginative picture book that celebrates imagination, creativity and connection.

Featured in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge Official Book Collection: 'Read to the Beat' Perfect for ALL readers Bouncy rhyming text Positive and reassuring * Debut children's author Sian Radford explores her experience of ADHD in this joyful, rhyming picture book - the perfect springboard for discussing the experience of neurodivergence with young children. * Sian Radford has a TikTok following of 1.1M via @moonandrue. * Exuberant, fun-filled illustrations from Gwen Millward, winner of the Booktrust Early Years Award. * Awareness of ADHD is growing rapidly. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) estimates that 5 per cent of children globally are affected. Competition: Giraffes Can't Dance;Oh;the;Places You'll Go;lion inside;Wonderful Things You Will Be;All Are Welcome;hugasaurus;. giles andreae;dr seuss;rachel bright;jim field;Emily Winfield Martin;Alexandra Penfold;Suzanne Kaufman.