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Frank J. Sileo, PhD Illustrated by Martha Gradisher
Published by Health Press NA Inc. Publication Date: March 3, 2009 ISBN 9780929173535 Binding: Paperback Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience
Danny is tired of feeling different because he is lactose intolerant. After being teased by a classmate at lunch, Danny reacts by eating ice cream and drinking milk during a class party even though he knows he will have tummy troubles. With the help of the school nurse, Danny is able to teach others about lactose intolerance.
Hold the Cheese Please! explains lactose intolerance to children between the ages of six through twelve years. The book contains an introduction to parents, a glossary, a list of non-dairy calcium rich foods and resources for more information. As Danny says, “…when you learn to accept things in your life they seem less scary…”
This book offers a great message for children dealing with bullying and being different due to lactose intolerance.
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Claire Blake and Eliza Blanchard Illustrated by Kathy Parkinson
Published by Health Press NA Inc.
ISBN 9780929173283 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
When Claire Blake was diagnosed with breast cancer, she searched in vain for books to help her young sons understand the difficult situation of serious parental illness being faced by the family. Unfortunately, she found nothing written for children trying to cope with the anxiety and upset such news brings. Claire and two friends - one a writer, one an illustrator - used Claire's insights into her sons' struggle with her illness and treatment as a guide, and created The Paper Chain, a powerful aid for children in coping with a serious illness in the family.
Frank J. Sileo PhD Illustrated by Martha Gradisher Published by Health Press NA Inc. Publication Date: 1/20/2006 ISBN 9780929173474 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
The First and Only Children's Book About Crohn's Disease
Julia, who suffers from Crohn’s disease, explains living with this chronic and sometimes debilitating illness to her new friend. Because she uses the bathroom so often, Julia creates flowers using toilet paper. By sharing her flower creations, Julia gains support and understanding from her friend.
Toilet Paper Flowers has an introduction for parents, web resources, explanations of the disease and treatments, glossary, and instructions for making the flowers. This book offers hope and validates feelings of children struggling with Crohn’s disease, as well as educating siblings and friends unfamiliar with this chronic illness.
Beverly Brown Illustrated by Margot Ott Published by Health Press NA Inc. ISBN 9780929173269 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
Oliver Octopus only has five arms, but it doesn't bother him! Young children with any kind of "disability" or "differences" will enjoy reading about Oliver's adventures above the sea, and how, through his determination and positive attitude, he corrects the misconceptions other people have about physical challenges.
Elizabeth Murphy-Melas Illustrated by Anthony Pouncey Published by Health Press NA Inc. Publication Date: 1999 ISBN 9780929173320 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 28
While Ashley and her friends try to raise money for her liver transplant operation, she learns about the transplant and recovery process, including the knowledge that someone will die to provide the organ necessary for her to live.
Elizabeth Murphy-Melas Illustrated by April Hartmann Published by Health Press NA Inc. ISBN 9780929173344 Binding: Hardcover Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience Why can't Jennifer play soccer or jump rope? Any child with a chronic disease will relate to this young girl coming to terms with her diagnosis and treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and the manner in which she shares this news with her friends.
Warning Signs of Arthritis
If any of these symptoms occur for more than six weeks, you should see a doctor.
Elizabeth Sussman Nassau Illustrated by Margot J Ott Published by Health Press Publication Date: June 21, 2001 ISBN 9780929173351 Binding: Hardcover Dimensions: 0.32" x 11.16" x 8.7 Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience Sam's in a jam when his classmates work on a project using peanut butter. Sam is allergic to peanuts! This delightful story promotes understanding, tolerance and sensitivity to the seriousness of allergies and other health issues.
Monica Driscoll Beatty Illustrated by Kathy Parkinson Published by Health Press NA Inc. ISBN 9780929173276 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience Thousands of children live with Type I diabetes, and many more have siblings with this illness. Written from the unique dual perspective of both a twelve-year-old boy whose sister is diagnosed with Type I diabetes, and a ten-year-old with the disease, My Sister Rose has Diabetes presents many of the difficult issues for families and patients. Most importantly, it shows that a diagnoses of Type I diabetes does not have to be devastating for the child, their siblings, or the family. A glossary helps to explain some of the terms specific to the disease and it's treatment.
Monica Driscoll Beatty Illustrated by Peg Michel Published by Health Press NA Inc. ISBN 9780929173245 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8 1/2 x 11 Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience Blueberry Eyes is a charming, non-fiction children's book which addresses many aspects of eye treatment, such as wearing glasses, eye patches, or undergoing eye muscle surgery. Beautifully illustrated with lively, four-color illustrations on every page, the book also touches on many of the feelings that a child may experience about his or her eye treatment. Not only does it educate, but it reassures small patients and lets them identify with a heroine who is "just like me!"
Elizabeth Murphy-Melas Illustrated by Alex Hernandez Published by Health Press NA Inc. ISBN 9780929173405 Binding: Paper Dimensions: 8.5"x11" Pages: 32
Written for Young Audience Kelly looks back at her years of learning to live with alopecia areata, a disease which causes hair loss. This light-hearted story follows her from diagnosis as a small child, to coping with the social and emotional implications of her condition, to gaining the understanding and acceptance of her peers and teachers.
