Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Classroom

Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Classroom by Kara Dymond is a guide for teachers to building a classroom where all brains are expected and welcomed. This 256-page paperback was published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in 2025.

In the approach it describes, students learn about neurodiversity, metacognition and self-advocacy alongside the curriculum and are encouraged to identify their own needs, while learning tools are taught to everyone. The book breaks down the learning process with practical tips, brain-based strategies and illustrative examples, including stories of real teachers and neurodivergent students.

It also covers forging partnerships with students to solve classroom concerns and invisible learning needs together, and planning with accessibility in mind.