The BC Cancer Library
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
What is death? Where do we go when we die? What happens to our bodies? These are some the many questions children may have when a loved one dies. The Big D helps parents talk about death and offers answers to help families through this difficult time. - Cover
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Summary: When a mother is diagnosed with breast cancer, she and her family plant a garden and watch it grow through the seasons as she undergoes treatment and gets better.; Appropriate for ages 6 - 10
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Recommended for "Ages 6-10" on back cover
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A customizable tool to use when talking with children ages two to six years old about a parent or grandparent who has cancer. Pages can be selected to address the family's specific situation including diagnosis, treatment, hospitalization, recurrence and, if need be, end of life.
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With the help of her mother and neighbor Mrs. Cooper, Samantha Jane is able to talk about how sad she is since her father died and to find ways to remember him, and then she begins to feel better.; Recommended for "Ages 4-8" on back cover.
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"Ani's stuck in a dark cloud because his mother hasn't been home. His friends and family try to brighten his mood, but nothing helps. When Mama finally comes back, but with her hair missing, Ani's light gets brighter and brighter, chasing away his darkness. The unconditional love between Ani and hi…
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Summary: By the time the velveteen rabbit is dirty, worn out, and about to be burned, he has almost given up hope of ever finding the magic called Real.
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"Illustrations and easy-to-read text highlight ways to find reminders of loved ones in everyday actions, even after they are gone."; Ages 4-8
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It can be difficult to come to terms with the death of someone close to us. This book examines the emotions involved in losing a loved one, how to deal with death in your own life, and how you can help other others who are coping with loss. Suitable for children ages 6 -16 years old.
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"Jon loves his life in the North. But when he feels a pain that won't go away, he must go to a children's hospital in the south to find out what is wrong. A doctor there tells Jon he has cancer and will have to stay at the hospital for a while. Suddenly Jon's life is upside down! But with a handful…
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Billy Bixby's mother won't admit that dragons exist, until it is nearly too late.
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"Things in this world are always appearing and disappearing. But does a stone really vanish when it turns into sand? And do lost socks really go missing? And, more importantly, do people ever really disappear? This book holds lots of ideas to help you answer the age-old question: where do we go whe…
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A follow-up to "My mommy has cancer".
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This book is intended to be read to children, ages 2-3, to help them understand death and process the loss of a loved one.
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"These titles [Series] are designed to assist in explaining and understanding a diagnosis. By providing clear facts, statistics, and advice, these titles thoroughly explore various medical conditions and mental health diagnoses. " - Back cover
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Drawing is what Ramon does. It's what makes him happy. In one split second, all that is changed. A single reckless remark by his older brother turns Ramon's once carefree expressions into joyless struggles. Lucky for Ramon, his younger sister sees the world differently. She opens his eyes to someth…
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"Ella overhears her parents talking. It sounds like something is wrong with Dad. She decides to make a checklist for Dad to find out if he is okay. Her parents later explain that Dad has cancer. Ella struggles through her emotions as she learns about cancer treatment, cancer prevention, and the rol…
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