The Sandbox King

The story of a boy and his friend Gordy, who has leukemia, and all the fun they have together. Explains what cancer and chemotherapy are in understandable terms.

There’s A Little Bit Of Me In Jamey

Brian’s little brother Jamey is battling leukemia. The story touches on how Brian feels about his parents being focused on Jamey, as well as his own anxiety, and pride, about donating his marrow for transplant.

Tickles Tabitha’s Cancer-Tankerous Mommy

The young girl telling the story says her Mom is just like any other Mom, minus hair. The doctor warns her that Mom might just get “cancer-tankerous” – and she does. The story ends on a positive note, with them playing Tabitha’s favorite tickling game.

Victoria’s Smile

When Victoria was six years old, doctors treated her for brain cancer. The operation was successful, but the cancer damaged nerves in her face. When Victoria’s family moved to a new town, Victoria’s classmates found it hard to be her friend because she didn’t look like them. Then one day, Victoria and her mom talked… More Victoria’s Smile

What To Eat When You Don’t Feel Like Eating

James Haller’s vast experience, unbounded enthusiasm, and compassionate nature make this cookbook an invaluable resource for those preparing food for people suffering serious illness. He tells how cooking can be simple, quick, and inexpensive. He groups various foods by colours and gives an uncomplicated understanding of nutritional values. More than this he stresses taste. “Most… More What To Eat When You Don’t Feel Like Eating

You Are the Best Medicine

Book Cover, You Are the Best Medicine

Watching someone you love go through cancer treatment is scary—especially for a child. In this courageous and sensitive book, cancer survivor Julie Clark creates sweet and poignant memories that remind us how children can nurture people they care about at a time when optimism and love are the most needed. K-Gr 3