What Happens Next? Dealing with Life Changes

Many children are diagnosed with autism when they're very young, but some are older. This diagnosis may come as a scary or confusing surprise, or it may even come as a relief. Either way, it can be difficult to find information that's presented in a kid-friendly way. This informative book will tell young readers what they might be able to expect after a diagnosis of autism and present information about what autism is in an easy-to-understand and optimistic way.

Learning differences affect more kids than many people think. One in five children in the United States has a learning difference, and millions more have learning issues that are never diagnosed. Some learning differences affect a person's ability to read, write, and organize information. Other people have attention issues that make it difficult to manage in a classroom. This book deals with the experience of having a learning difference in a way that kids can empathize with and understand. Students will discover what the challenges they might face and where they can find help. Age-appropriate language and color photographs will help all students feel understood and heard.

Peanut butter, eggs, milk, chicken, countless other foods-it can be tough to deal with allergies that not only keep you from enjoying the things your friends do but also threaten your health. In this detailed book, young readers will learn more about common allergies and what to expect if they're diagnosed with them. Thoughtful text will discuss why allergies happen, symptoms to watch for, and how to stay safe, while color photos will help kids make connections to the text.

There's a lot of confusion and misinformation about juvenile diabetes. Children who are diagnosed with it may have to deal with that confusion as well as with the realities of their condition, including blood sugar checks, insulin shots, and other concerns. This informative book tells kids what they can expect and busts common misconceptions about Type 1 diabetes. Accessible text and matter-of-fact language will give young readers a sense of control as they get used to their new normal.

When some people think of those who use wheelchairs, they might tend to picture elderly people or hospital patients. However, many kids use wheelchairs too! These useful tools help people get around and live their lives. This matter-of-fact book addresses some of the differences kids who use wheelchairs encounter, as well as challenges-and plenty of ways to have fun. Age-appropriate text and full-color photos will appeal to young readers.

It can be scary and isolating for anyone to learn they have a serious illness. This may be especially true for children, who may not be able to fully understand medical jargon or may not want to ask parents who are scared and worried as well. This thoughtful book explains things that might happen with some illnesses, such as cancer and pneumonia, and associated diagnoses and care. Age-appropriate text will let children know that they're not alone, and full-color photos will show them other kids just like them.