Cricket Helps Out: Understanding Appendicitis

McCaw, Pat

ISBN 10 : 1945564997 ISBN 13 : 9781945564994

Editeur : Mayo Clinic Press, 2023

Synopsis

Cricket and her handler are headed into the children's hospital when they are suddenly pulled away to help in the emergency room. There they meet Maddie, a nine-year-old patient with appendicitis.

Maddie is in pain and feeling nervous about needing emergency surgery. How will Cricket help Maddie cope with an IV poke, surgery, and recovery? Join Cricket and her handler to find out more about Maddie and understand appendicitis!

Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences--from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more. Nonfiction back matter provides more information about medical topics introduced in the books, from acute to chronic issues, while also proving more information about therapy dog programs and the Mayo Clinic Children's Center.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Pat McCaw, MD, is a family practice physician passionate about using books to help children with emotional and health issues. She teaches classes on how to use picture books in the classroom and writes online educational lessons on science and physiology.

Beth Hughes is an illustrator and concept artist. She loves using art to get those stories out. Her work credits include children's books, mural designs, and concept art and character design work for various animation companies. She's also participated in several art book publications and gallery events.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Mayo Clinic Press
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1945564997
• ISBN 13: 9781945564994
• Reliure: Belle reliure
• Illustrateur: Hughes Beth
• Nombre de pages: 80
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible