Juvenile Nonfiction, Health & Daily Living, Diseases, Illnesses & Injuries
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A Special Kind of Happy
Understanding Angelman Syndrome by Jessica Colton
Meet Xavier, a bright and joyful kindergartener with Angelman Syndrome who’s here to tell you all about his world and his friends who share it. A Special Kind of Happy gently introduces young readers to Angelman Syndrome by showing how kids like...
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Someone I Love is Dying in Hospice - What Should I Expect?
by Lucas Perri and Gregory Perri
When someone we love is seriously ill or nearing the end of their life, it can be overwhelming—especially for young people. Written by teens for teens, Someone I Love Is Dying in Hospice offers clear, compassionate guidance to help navigate the...
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Mama's Voice
by Trish Noble
Mamma has lost her voice. Can Bekah find it? When a parent is ill, it can be a frightening experience for a child. They may not understand why Mamma can't do the regular things that she usually does throughout the day or at bedtime. Sometimes...
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COVID-19: What Does It Mean?
by Maryellen Coons
This book deals about how the world changed so quickly in 2020 through 2022 when the world was hit with the unknown COVID-19 PANDEMIC. It talks about the wearing of masks, staying home and having to be homeschooled. It talks about parents working...
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Why a Vaccine, Dad?
by John Chaput and Leanne Chaput
Timmy’s heard an awful lot about COVID-19 lately. What it is, what we’re allowed to do . . . so many changes! And Timmy has learned a lot throughout the pandemic, but there is one thing he doesn’t quite understand. What is a vaccine? How does it...
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Will You Remember?
by Chanda Minor Brigance
Chan’s grandmother has Alzheimer’s disease. This means she easily becomes confused and forgetful. But Chan won’t let this bring her down. She remembers all the good times she’s had with her grandmother. Chan lets these memories guide her as she...
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All About the Intensive Care Unit
How to Prepare Kids for an ICU Visit by Alexandria Friesen and Morgan Livingstone
It is normal to feel worried or afraid if you know someone who is in the intensive care unit (ICU). This book will help prepare children and youth for what to expect if they have a family member or loved one in the ICU. Simple language and...
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Mirai
Montre et raconte/Show and Tell by Monique Pereira
Si quelqu'un avait une réaction allergique ... Le sauriez-vous ? Sauriez-vous comment les aider ? Composeriez-vous le 9-1-1 ? Si vous avez répondu « oui » ou « non » à une de ces questions, ce livre est pour vous ! Rejoignez Mirai lorsqu'elle...
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Annalise Has Allergies
by Liza Dawson-Whisker
Annaliese’s Allergies is a light-hearted poem about staying safe when living with allergies. It teaches a child that it’s okay to be assertive when it comes to expressing their needs, and there’s always alternative ways to have fun and enjoy life...
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Vax-Force
by Kelsey Rowe
Join Vax-Force as they explore how vaccination works inside your body! Dr. Vaxson explains how trusted doctors and scientists made Vicky the Vaccine. Her mission is to tell Willy the White Blood Cell and his Antibuddies how to find and fight bad...
