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Sugar Was My Best Food: Diabetes and Me Ages: 8-13 By Carol Antoinette Peacock, Adair Gregory, and Kyle Carney Gregory; Illustrated by Mary Jones My name is Adair. Adair means "courageous and strong" in Irish. Two years ago, I got diabetes. This is the story of how I got sick and how I got better. Diabetes brought big changes for Adair and his family. The first year was rough, but Adair lived up to his name. Little by little, he and his family learned to manage his illness. His true story will help other kids in their struggle with diabetes and any other difficult sickness. Regular Price: $13.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.16 |
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Matthew Takes His Shot Ages: 4-10 By Owen Coleman Illustrated by Judy Bullock A heartwarming story of a young polar bear diagnosed with juvenile diabetes and his personal struggle to stay positive and hopeful after being confronted with adversity. Although frightened at first, Matthew soon learns that he can control his diabetes by taking charge of his treatment. Once overcoming this challenge, Matthew discovers that he can do anything if he believes in himself and shows a little courage. Regular price: $13.95; JDRF Member price: $11.16 |
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Even Little Kids Get Diabetes Ages: 2-6 By Connie White Pirner Illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott A storybook parents can read to their child about a little girl with diabetes. An ideal resource for helping a child deal with the psychological effects of diabetes. Regular Price: $5.95; JDRF Member Price: $4.76 |
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Taking Diabetes to School Ages: 6-11 By Kim Gosselin This book allows elementary school students to teach their classmates about diabetes. Is it "catching?" Do shots hurt? Why do some kids eat snacks in school? What's a "finger-prick?" Can you still be my friend? And much, much more. Regular Price: $11.95; JDRF Member Price: $9.56 |
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In Control: A Guide for Teens with Diabetes Ages: 12-18 By Jean Betschart, M.S.N., R.N., C.D.E., and Susan Thom, R.D., L.D., C.D.E. This invaluable, upbeat guide dispels myths and tackles the real issues teens with diabetes face. Helps teenagers learn to take good care of their diabetes without letting it get in the way of their lives. Illustrated with fun, "off-the-wall" cartoons. Regular Price: $10.95; JDRF Member Price: $8.76 |
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Everyone Likes to Eat: How Children Can Eat Most of the Foods They Enjoy and Still Take Care of Their Diabetes Ages: 6-14 By Hugo J. Holleroth, Ed.D., and Debra Kaplan, R.D., M.S., with Anna Maria Bertorelli, M.B.A., R.D., C.D.E. Written in conjunction with the Joslin Diabetes Center. Totally revised and updated, this guide is filled with activities, puzzles, and problem-solving exercises that show kids how to control their diabetes, yet eat at parties, holiday time, and fast food restaurants. Also covers school lunches, meal plans, and snacks. A complete list of choices and exchanges make it fast and easy. Regular Price: $14.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.96 |
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Diabetes at 14: Choosing Tighter Control for an Active Life Ages: 12-17 By Bill Melluish Illustrated by Paul Bourgeois Diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes as a teenager, the author worked through the challenges and struggles he faced with maturity and a positive attitude to gain control over his life. Now in college, this active athlete and musician keeps a busy schedule. He wrote this book to show other teenagers with diabetes that they can control their disease and enjoy an improved quality of life by developing their own management system. Regular Price: $15.95; JDRF Member Price: $12.76 |
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It's Time to Learn about Diabetes Ages: 7-11 By Jean Betschart, M.S.N., R.N., C.D.E. This workbook helps school age kids learn everything they need to know about diabetes, including how to dispel much of the fear associated with insulin shots and blood tests. Regular Price: $13.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.16 |
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Rufus Comes Home Rufus, The Bear with Diabetes Ages: 3-10 By Kim Gosselin A warm and touching true story about Rufus, the Bear With Diabetes, and how a mother's caring creation provided the love and comfort for her son, newly diagnosed with diabetes. This book, together with the Rufus plush teddy bear, can provide a unique gift of comfort and education. Kim Gosselin is a JDRF volunteer and noted author of books for kids with special needs. Regular Price: $12.95; JDRF Member Price: $10.36 |
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The Best Year of My Life Book 1: Getting Diabetes Ages 4-10 By Jed Block While I waited for the results of my second test, I sat on my dad's lap and wondered what I had done wrong. "Did I eat too much candy?" So goes this inspirational story, written in the voice of a newly diagnosed seven-year-old girl who also illustrated the book. It's about setback, resilience and hope. It helps families deal with the jolts and emotional issues that accompany diabetes. Regular Price: $10.95; JDRF Member Price: $8.76 |
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Diabetic Athlete's Handbook By Sheri R. Colberg, Ph.D. Written by a diabetic athlete with a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, this book draws on the experiences of hundreds of diabetic athletes to provide great advice for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. You'll find detailed information on blood sugar regulation, medication and nutrition for 86 sports and activities, and profiles of elite and amateur athletes. Specific insulin advice is also included for pump users. Regular Price: $19.95; JDRF Member Price: $15.96 |
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Diabetic Travel Tales and Tips: Adventures from Around the World By Marilyn L. Garcia Travelwith time changes, foreign languages, and varied culturescan be a challenge for people with diabetes, who must rely on regular schedules for meals and medications. Diabetic Travel Tales and Tips is a collection of true travel adventures and misadventures from all over the world, told by diabetics and a doctor. The book also contains translations of key diabetic phrases and a notice for security personnel in 8 languages. Regular Price: $13.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.16 |
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Parenting a Child with Diabetes, Second Edition By Gloria Loring A practical, down-to-earth guide that teaches you everything you need to know about caring for your diabetic child without driving yourself or your family crazy. Hardcover. "... A superb book ... of tremendous benefit to all parents of diabetic children. Presents complex issues in simple, but accurate language that everyone can understand and conveys a spirit of hope throughout." Paul E. Lacy, M.D., Robert L. Kroc, Professor of Pathology, Washington University School of Medicine Regular Price: $14.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.96 |
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Diabetic Low-Fat & No-Fat Meals in Minutes! By M.J. Smith, R.D. More than 250 delicious, easy, and healthy recipes and menus for people with diabetes, their families, and their friends. Here is the most complete collection of delicious and easy low-fat and fat-free recipes that can be made in minutes from best-selling cookbook author M.J. Smith and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International. JDRF gives more money to diabetes research than any other nonprofit, nongovernmental health agency in the world. This deluxe hardcover cookbook includes 63 days of diabetic menus and 16 pages of full-color photographs. Each recipe features a complete nutrition analysis, including diabetic exchanges. Regular Price: $19.95; JDRF Member Price: $15.96 |
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Real Life Parenting of Kids with Diabetes By Virginia Nasmyth Loy This down-to-earth guide will give you all the information you need to know about raising a child with diabetes. There are tips and suggestions for developing medication routines, finding a doctor, sports and proper exercise, traveling, emotional support and more. This guide teaches the importance of you and your child staying positive in the face of adversity. Regular Price: $14.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.96 |
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Living with Juvenile Diabetes: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers By Victoria Peurrung This book presents the latest scientific information and provides answers and everyday coping strategies for families that are struggling with juvenile diabetes. It offers practical tips and ideas for parents, teachers, coaches and other caregivers who deal with children with Type 1, providing a clear roadmap for their successful living with diabetes. Regular Price: $14.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.96 |
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Guide to Raising a Child with Diabetes, Second Edition By Linda M. Siminerio, R.N., Ph.D., C.D.E. and Jean Betschart, M.N., M.S.N., C.P.N.P., C.D.E. This book features the latest advances in diabetes carewith lots of problem solving examples and easy-to-read tables throughout. Gone are the bland diets and excuses to miss out on gym. Through periods of picky eating, sick days and times when your child is reluctant to do a blood test or take an injection, the book will be your helpful companion. The authors are both mothers and work together at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Regular Price: $16.95; JDRF Member Price: $13.56 |
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The Ten Keys to Helping Your Child Grow Up with Diabetes, Second Edition By Tim Wysocki, Ph.D. A practical book for parents and caregivers of children with diabetes that addresses in detail the psychological, social and emotional hurdles that often complicate the lives of youngsters with diabetes. You'll learn about emotional pitfalls, communicating with friends and teachers about diabetes and much more. This second edition deals with advances in insulin and insulin pumps. Regular Price: $14.95; JDRF Member Price: $11.96 |
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Diabetes Care for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers By Jean Betschart, C.R.N.P., C.D.E. Everything you need to learn to take care of your child's diabetes. This reassuring guide will help you find a balance between good diabetes management and normal life. It explains how diabetes impacts your child's growth and development, and gives you plenty of ideas for dealing with routine diabetes care. Regular Price: $15.95; JDRF Member Price: $12.76 |
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Growing Up With Diabetes By Alicia McAuliffe This new book gives parents the opportunity to understand and relate to their child as he or she grows up with diabetes. The author is a 21-year-old student who was diagnosed with diabetes at age 11. She has committed herself to promoting a sense of normalcy and setting an example for children, young adults, and their families who live with diabetes. Regular Price: $12.95; JDRF Member Price: $10.36 |
