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.
"This is the story of an Ojibway boy who, on hearing the call of a Loon, remembers a story long ago. Mishomis (meaning grandfather in Ojibway) comes to a peaceful restful lake surrounded by tall, ancient trees. The place is tranquil because it is sacred, and the Loon is calling because it is time f…
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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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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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"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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"When Siha Tooskin--Paul Wahasaypa--finds himself feeling ill, he learns that there are answers for him from the healing practices of his own people and from Western medicine. Nakota medicine gathered, prepared, and administered in ceremony and prayerWestern medicine measured and created in laborat…
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How one family copes and supports the father during his cancer journey. Illustrated. Audience: 6-11 years.
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With love and help from friends, family and teachers, 4 year old Mira adapts while her mom is in the hospital being treated for cancer.
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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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Summary: A board book that celebrates happiness and invites children to reflect on the little things in life that bring them joy.; Ages: 2-5 (can be enjoyed by all ages!)
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Includes two booklets titled "Tear soup cooking tips reprinted from Tear soup, a recipe for healing after loss" and "Tear soup : a recipe for healing after loss : video viewers guide and grief tips : a universal and timeless story that teaches us about grief"
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Away but Never Gone is an illustrated book for children ages 1-8 years. The title is based on a song of the same name by the band The Wailin' Jennys, for whom the author is a founding member. "This book, with its nod to the cycles of nature, will act as a grief aid for young children." - Cover
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"Inspired by a true story, SuperDaisy tells the tale of a little girl undergoing cancer treatment. Told in rhyme, Daisy lets her imagination run wild as she dresses up in fancy dress, coming to the rescue in different and exciting scenarios. In her superhero disguise, Daisy is able to shake off her…
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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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"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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"Why Do I Feel So Sad is an inclusive, age-appropriate, illustrated kid''s book designed to help young children understand their own grief.; Broad enough to encompass many forms of grief, this book reassures kids that they are not alone in their feelings and even suggests simple things they can do …
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Includes a section on Native American/First Nations beliefs, medicine wheel, and totme animal spiritis.
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Story for children based on true events of Tse'khene's Nations author and illustrator, Pearl M.Last.
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Diagnosed in 2014 with advanced lung cancer, Dr. Cynthia Chan shares her experience living with an incurable disease, and offers encouragement and support to other cancer patients.
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