Morgan was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 6 years old -- but that didn't stop her! In this informative memoir, she looks back at her life and shares her experiences to help others who've been diagnosed, and their families, to understand everything from the gadgets to the legislation, the joy and the frustrations. Morgan has dedicated her life to the advocacy and education of her disease.
Join Andrew, a five-year-old boy from Massachusetts, as he guides us through his first year of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Year One with Type One begins with Andrew's stay at the Children's Hospital and continues with his new routine at home. Through the eyes of Andrew, you'll discover how he manages his condition while also managing to find fun along the way. Type 1 Diabetes is a very serious condition, but that doesn't stop Andrew from living life to its fullest. He accomplishes this through his perseverance, his positive attitude, and the love of his friends & family. Andrew's story demonstrates why he is an inspiration to everyone around him. But more importantly, it proves that having diabetes doesn't (and shouldn't) hold him back.
"I Am Ari" is a short, encouraging, children's book for young children living with Type 1 Diabetes or any child interested in learning more about the disease and what kids living with diabetes go through. This story is suitable for children as young as preschoolers to around 1st-2nd Graders, is an easy to read book, has several pictures/images (one on nearly every page) to keep younger children's interest, and large font for younger age groups to easily see and read.The story is told through the perspective of my 8-year-old daughter with diabetes, "Ari". The main objective is to help encourage children living with Type 1 Diabetes realize that this disease may change their life in some aspects, however, it doesn't change who they are as a person, what they can do, or prevent them from aspiring to reach for their dreams in the future. There are several pictures throughout the book of my daughter. This is to allow the reader to see an actual person with diabetes, close to their own age, and so that they can relate with the main character and not feel so alone in dealing with this disease.The book also briefly describes what Type 1 Diabetes is and how it's managed. This shows the reader what children who have this disease go through every day. This would be a great introductory resource for any child who isn't diabetic but wants a better understanding of what the disease is and what kids with diabetes go through.I hope that your family enjoys this book and it can help your child in one way or another, and if so, be on the look out for more "I Am Ari" titles in the near future.100% OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THIS BOOK AND ALL FUTURE "I AM ARI" BOOKS WILL BE GOING TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF A DIABETES ALERT DOG FOR MISS "ARI", SO REST ASSURED THAT YOUR PURCHASE IS ALSO GOING TOWARDS A GREAT CAUSE!!!! For more information on Diabetes Alert Dogs, comments, upcoming books, or suggestions feel free to email me at [email protected].
The day diabetes is diagnosed in a child, it takes a long time for the parents to reconcile and accept the fact that the child is having Type 1 diabetes. They have to cope with the emotional stress and get mentally prepared for the daily injections of insulin. As the child grows, he/she faces various problems in schools like low sugar levels, headaches, confusion and difficulty in getting good marks. After growing up, he gets problems getting shots during lunch- time and finds difficulty in getting a life partner as Type 1 diabetes is still considered a social stigma. In this book, we will see Type 1 diabetics and their parents overcoming all these hurdles and how they positively overcome them.
"How Do I Take Care of Me?" 2nd Edition describes a child's experiences and feelings from when she first felt ill while developing diabetes through diagnosis, subsequent medical examinations and tests. It continues with an overview of daily living, playing, going to school, and other topics that children will be faced with. The book provides a child with a background concerning testing, medical tools he/she will be using at home and living with as well as a feeling of an ability to return to a normal life. The book, created with child-sized dolls, has a realistic perspective on children living and learning to thrive with diabetes. The book covers many areas of daily life including recognizing and treating high and low blood sugars, going to a friend (and being able to eat there), going to school, a school trip, a playground and park. It shows how one can fully participate in all activities as long as one is aware of possible low blood sugar reactions. The book shows many tools of modern diabetes technology, including patches and stickers to both help hold the infusion sets and glucose sensor on as well as decorating the pumps and receivers.
Adventure Awaits: Diabetes Doesn't Define Us Join Leo and his friends - Lily, Max, Sam, and Mia - on an unforgettable journey of friendship, courage, and discovery in "Adventure Awaits: Diabetes Doesn't Define Us." When the school announces a thrilling camp out, excitement fills the air. But for Leo, it brings a mix of nerves and anticipation. As a child with type 1 diabetes, he's never spent a night away from home without his family. With the unwavering support of his friends and their amazing doctor, Dr. Emily, Leo embarks on this adventure with courage in his heart and a backpack filled with diabetes supplies. Together, they navigate the challenges of managing his condition while exploring the wonders of nature. From setting up camp under the starry sky to overcoming unexpected obstacles along the trail, Leo and his friends learn valuable lessons about teamwork, adaptability, and the power of friendship. Through it all, they discover that diabetes may be a part of their story, but it doesn't define who they are or what they're capable of achieving. "Adventure Awaits: Diabetes Doesn't Define Us" is a heartwarming tale that celebrates resilience, perseverance, and the joy of embracing life's adventures. Perfect for readers aged 8-10, this captivating story will inspire and empower children to face their challenges with confidence, knowing that they are never alone on their journey.
Stricken with juvenile diabetes at the age of ten, Covelli, now in his thirties, describes how he eventually came to terms with his condition and learned to push the limitations it imposed to their farthest bounds
This book is dedicated to my daughter Dania and all kids living with type one diabetes. As Dania started her first grade this year, she realized she is not like the rest of the students in her classroom. She has type one diabetes. She told me that she doesn‛t like it when the school nurse calls her to the office while she is doing something fun in the classroom. She doesn‛t want to answer the question that one of her friends normally ask her every time,"why did you go to the nurse again?". The purpose of this story is to educate kids about type one diabetes. This story is also written to encourage kids with type one diabetes to feel that they are not alone, and they are like Dania. The story also encourages students to support their friends with type one diabetes. Thank you for buying my book. I hope your kids enjoy it! Especially for Parents Who Have Children Living with Type 1 Diabetes. Your child is eligible for special education and related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA). IDEA mandated public schools to provide certain necessary services to students with Type one diabetes. Type one diabetes is covered under Other Health Impairments; It is one of the fourteenth categories that qualify children with type one diabetes and protects them under the U.S. national special education law.Your child cannot be denied access to free public education, which means that the school authority has to make the school accessible for your child with type one diabetes, and make relevant accommodations that are necessary for the educational, social, and emotional comfort of your child in the school environment. In other words, "LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD FOR EVERYONE"
When 6-year-old Colby suddenly becomes very sick and is taken to the doctor, he is scared to learn he has a disease called Type 1 diabetes. How will this news change things for Colby? Will he have to give up everything he loves? Will his friends still want to play with him? Kids who have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes can follow Colby's real-life journey with T1D. They will find encouragement from and connection with Colby as he is learns to manage his disease. And they, too, will learn that being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes isn't as scary as it first seems.
