Page 18 - Family Programming - When a Parent Has Cancer

Once Upon a Hopeful Night Ages By Risa S. Yaffe 3-10 A book for pre-school and school age kids whose parents have cancer. Written in verse. Because . . . Someone I Love Has Cancer: Kids' Activity Ages Book 3-12 By the American Cancer Society. This activity book uses artwork and activities to allow children to express themselves about cancer. Butterfly kisses and Wishes on Wings. When someone you Ages love has cancer. 3-12 By Ellen McVicker This is a listen-to or read-aloud book for children. This story is told from a child’s view about their mother’s cancer, and provides a simple and clear understanding of cancer. Also the author has an excellent website: http://www.butterflykissesbook.com/ beabutterfly.html Our Dad is Getting Better Ages By Alex, Emily and Anna Rose Silver 4-up This is a story written by children about a father with cancer who is now recovering from it. It deals with survivorship issues including the possibility of recurrence. Tickles Tabitha’s Cancer-tankerous Mommy. Ages By Amelia Frahm 4-10 A sweet story about a young girl whose mom has cancer. Deals with chemotherapy and hair loss. Let my colours out Ages By Courtney Filigenzi and Shennen Bersani 4-12 The story of a young boy’s journey as his mother undergoes treatment for cancer. The boy uses colors to express a range of emotions throughout the process of coping with his mother’s illness. 18