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I have a question about cancer : clear answers for all kids, including children with autism spectrum disorder or other special needs

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Gaines, Arlen Grad, Polsky, Meredith Englander. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 G142 2019
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
This book is designed to help kids, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other additional needs, to understand what it means when someone in their life has cancer. Using question-and-answer format, it explores the life changes and feelings of uncertainty a child may experience if a l…
Author
Gaines, Arlen Grad
Polsky, Meredith Englander
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
46 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
This book is designed to help kids, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other additional needs, to understand what it means when someone in their life has cancer. Using question-and-answer format, it explores the life changes and feelings of uncertainty a child may experience if a loved one has cancer. - Cover
ISBN
9781785926945
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 G142 2019

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Great Katie Kate tackles questions about cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18930
DeLand, M. Maitland, Zivoin, Jennifer. Austin, TX: Greenleaf Book Group Press , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 D397 2010
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
A book that follows a superhero figure (the Great Katie Kate) as she explains to a young girl what is happening when she is diagnosed with cancer
Author
DeLand, M. Maitland
Zivoin, Jennifer
Place of Publication
Austin, TX
Publisher
Greenleaf Book Group Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
29 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Child
Adaptation, Psychological
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A book that follows a superhero figure (the Great Katie Kate) as she explains to a young girl what is happening when she is diagnosed with cancer
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781608320271
1608320278
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 D397 2010

Copies

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Swingle, Paul G. Chatsworth, CA: Neuro-Acoustic Laboratories , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S978 1998
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Swingle, Paul G
Place of Publication
Chatsworth, CA
Publisher
Neuro-Acoustic Laboratories
Publication Date
1998
Subjects
Sleep
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Music Therapy
Pain - psychology
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S978 1998

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Colour's coming back

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14324
Zigman, Sharon, Zigman, Daniel. Zigman Creative Projects Foundation , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 C719 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Zigman, Sharon
Zigman, Daniel
Publisher
Zigman Creative Projects Foundation
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Music Therapy
Relaxation Techniques
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 C719 2005

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Larose, Tricia L., Le Rest, Gwen (Illustrator). Lyon, France: IARC Press , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 C5 L331 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"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…
Author
Larose, Tricia L.
Le Rest, Gwen (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
IARC Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
65 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Popular Work
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
"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 role of genetics." - Provided by publisher
ISBN
9789283204497
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 C5 L331 2020
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Preparing for successful surgery : a program of guided imagery, affirmations, and music

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19809
Naparstek, Belleruth. Los Angeles, CA: Kaiser Permanente , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 N195p 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Naparstek, Belleruth
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Kaiser Permanente
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
75 minutes
Subjects
Surgical Procedures, Operative - psychology
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Mental Healing
Relaxation Therapy
Music Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 N195p 2006

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Healing our wounded hearts : a real life story about loss in the voice of a teenager

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124431
Hahn, Olivia. [Victoria, BC]: Self publishing , [2023].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 H148h 2023
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"Children and Teens are expected to grieve the same as adults. In fact there are similarities but our brains are not fully [developed] yet but we often have bigger and stronger emotions. My name is Olivia Hahn, I lost my mother to cancer when I was 15 and I am deeply grieving. This book is written …
Author
Hahn, Olivia
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC]
Publisher
Self publishing
Publication Date
[2023]
Physical Description
[111 unnumbered pages] : ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Love
Adolescent
Parental Death
Parent-Child Relations
Life Change Events
Neoplasms - psychology
Juvenile Literature
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
"Children and Teens are expected to grieve the same as adults. In fact there are similarities but our brains are not fully [developed] yet but we often have bigger and stronger emotions. My name is Olivia Hahn, I lost my mother to cancer when I was 15 and I am deeply grieving. This book is written in the voice of a teenager as a teenager and is an account of finding my voice through all this loss" -- Back cover.
ISBN
9798385789801
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 H148h 2023
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Metu and Lee learn about breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15277
Sachedina, Shenin. Winter Park, FL: Dr. Shenin Sachedina Medical Educational Products , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S121 2006
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Sachedina, Shenin
Place of Publication
Winter Park, FL
Publisher
Dr. Shenin Sachedina Medical Educational Products
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
32 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Family - psychology
Child
Juvenile Literature
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
0977864804
9780977864805
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S121 2006

Copies

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Singh, Tanu Shree, Prabhat, Sandhya (ill.). Washington, DC: Magination Press | American Psychological Association , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S617 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"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…
Alternate Title
Darkness
Author
Singh, Tanu Shree
Prabhat, Sandhya (ill.)
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Magination Press
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
34 unnumbered pages : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Mother-Child Relations
Depression
Neoplasms - diagnosis
Juvenile Literature
Pictorial Works
Popular Work
Abstract
"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 his mother shines through as the two enjoy their precious time together, whether it's forever, or just for now." - Provided by publisher
Includes a note to parents and caregivers.
Ages 4-8
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781433832772
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S617 2020

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Gentle curtain of water : cleansing relaxation

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Davies, Diane. Courtenay, BC: Stress Reduction and Relaxation Clinic , 2003-2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 D255 2003-2005 v.1
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Davies, Diane
Place of Publication
Courtenay, BC
Publisher
Stress Reduction and Relaxation Clinic
Publication Date
2003-2005
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Music Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 D255 2003-2005 v.1

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Problem with hair : a story for children who are learning about cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13360
Foss, Karen Sue, Wilda, Steve. Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 F751 1996
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
All the kids in the neighborhood, unhappy with their hair color and styles, envy Louella, who has lost her hair from undergoing medical treatment.
Author
Foss, Karen Sue
Wilda, Steve
Place of Publication
Omaha, NE
Publisher
Centering Corporation
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Hair
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
All the kids in the neighborhood, unhappy with their hair color and styles, envy Louella, who has lost her hair from undergoing medical treatment.
ISBN
1561230095
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 F751 1996

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Large, David. Salt Spring Island, BC: David Large , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 L322 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Large, David
Place of Publication
Salt Spring Island, BC
Publisher
David Large
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
45 minutes
Subjects
Sleep
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Music Therapy
Popular Work
ISBN
1881451836
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 L322 2005

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Songs and sounds of the humpback whale

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Gentle Persuasion, Sounds of Nature. Hackensack, NJ: Special Music Company , 1989.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S698 1989
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Gentle Persuasion
Sounds of Nature
Place of Publication
Hackensack, NJ
Publisher
Special Music Company
Publication Date
1989
Physical Description
60 minutes
Series
Gentle persuasion
Sounds of nature
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S698 1989

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Gibson, Dan, Wingfield, Steven, Wolpert, Jeff. [Toronto, ON]: Somerset Entertainment , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 S916 2001
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Solitudes : stress free
Author
Gibson, Dan
Wingfield, Steven
Wolpert, Jeff
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Somerset Entertainment
Publication Date
2001
Series
Nature's spa
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 S916 2001

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Waterscapes : the therapeutic power of water

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Gibson, Dan. [Toronto, ON]: Solitudes , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G452 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Dan Gibson's solitudes nature sound collection
Author
Gibson, Dan
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Solitudes
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
56 minutes
Series
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Solitudes
Exploring nature with music
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 G452 2000

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John Williams plays Bach

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Williams, John, Bach, Johann Sebastian. New York, NY: Sony Music Entertainment , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 W724 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Williams, John
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Sony Music Entertainment
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
72 minutes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 W724 2002

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Raindance : impressions of a native land

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6388
Gibson, Dan. [Toronto, ON]: Solitudes Ltd. , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G451r 1995
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Music and nature sounds.; 1.Prelude; 2.The welcome; 3.Whitewater: spirit of the people; 4.Hot sun; 5.Raindance; 6.Sprit of the water; 7.The arrival; 8.Ganohonyohk (Thanksgiving); 9.Spirit of the hunter; 10.Eyo:tse:no: (Naming ceremony)
Author
Gibson, Dan
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Solitudes Ltd.
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
1 audiodisc (56 min.; 6 sec.)
Series
Exploring nature with music
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Solitudes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Music and nature sounds.
1.Prelude
2.The welcome
3.Whitewater: spirit of the people
4.Hot sun
5.Raindance
6.Sprit of the water
7.The arrival
8.Ganohonyohk (Thanksgiving)
9.Spirit of the hunter
10.Eyo:tse:no: (Naming ceremony)
ISBN
CDG-117
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Music
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 G451r 1995

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Solitudes : favourite selections

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Gibson, Dan, Gibson, Gordon. [Toronto, ON]: Dan Gibson Productions Ltd. , 1993.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 F275 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Nature sounds with music
Alternate Title
Favourite selections : exploring nature with music
Author
Gibson, Dan
Gibson, Gordon
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Dan Gibson Productions Ltd.
Publication Date
1993
Physical Description
1 audio disc (50 min., 47 sec.)
Series
Solitudes
Exploring nature with music
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Nature sounds with music
ISBN
CDG-109
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 F275 1995

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Mozart : forever by the sea

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Gibson, Dan, Gibson, Gordon, Mozart, Wolfgan Amadeus, 1756-1791. [Toronto, ON]: Solitudes Ltd. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M939 1998
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Nature sounds with music
Author
Gibson, Dan
Gibson, Gordon
Mozart, Wolfgan Amadeus, 1756-1791
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Solitudes Ltd.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
1 audio disc (55 min., 44 sec.)
Series
Solitudes
Exploring nature with music
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Nature sounds with music
ISBN
CDG-147
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 M939 1998

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Solitudes : the classics II

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Gibson, Dan, Gibson, Gordon, Bekker, Hennie. [Toronto, ON]: Dan Gibson Productions Ltd. , 1992.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 G451s 1992
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Nature sounds with music by Vivaldi, Medelssohn, Sinding, Chopin, Beethoven, Schubert, Offenbach, Liszt.
Alternate Title
The classics II : exploring nature with music
Author
Gibson, Dan
Gibson, Gordon
Bekker, Hennie
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Dan Gibson Productions Ltd.
Publication Date
1992
Physical Description
1 audio disc (62 min., 43 sec.)
Series
Solitudes
Exploring nature with music
Dan Gibson's solitudes
Subjects
Music Therapy
Relaxation Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Nature sounds with music by Vivaldi, Medelssohn, Sinding, Chopin, Beethoven, Schubert, Offenbach, Liszt.
ISBN
CDG-107
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 G451s 1992

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