The Eczema Detective

BOOK: 42 page full colour picture book ideal for pre-schoolers to 7 years.- by Marnie Hibbert 

This children’s book includes an easy-to-understand story about eczema and how it feels through the voice of a 4 year old boy. He sets out with his buddy, a curious squirrel, to work out why he has eczema. It’s a positive, simple and fun story discovering what makes him feel better. Ideal for reading at childcare centres, preschools, hospitals, dermatology clinics and homes to provide a voice for our little ones struggling with this common skin condition.

In collaboration and support of the Eczema Association Australasia Inc.

This children’s book includes an easy-to-understand story about eczema and how it feels through the voice of a 4 year old boy. He sets out with his buddy, a curious squirrel, to uncover why he has eczema. It’s a positive, simple and fun story discovering what makes him feel better.

• Story picture book ideal for pre-schoolers to 7 years.
• Includes eczema facts for adult readers.
• Fun activities for young children to play with their parents or medical practitioners.
• Designed to make learning about eczema informative and fun for young children.
• Ideal for reading at childcare centres, preschools, hospitals, dermatology clinics and homes to provide a voice for our little ones struggling with this common skin condition.
• This book has been carefully created to ensure all medical information is current and accurate. Dermatologists, Nurse Practitioners, Paediatricians and the Eczema Association of Australasia Inc were consulted to create a very much needed resource for young children and their parents. I think this is going to be a game changer for families!
• In collaboration and support of the Eczema Association Australasia.
• Foreword by Cheryl Talent, President of the Eczema Association Australasia and Kate DeAmbrosis, Specialist Dermatologist.
• Book Specifications | 40 page full colour | 21x21cm Softcover | Spot gloss varnish on the cover characters.

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1. Education: These books provide a child-friendly and relatable way to learn about allergies. They explain what allergies are, common allergens, and how to recognize allergic reactions. This knowledge empowers children to understand their own allergies or those of their friends and classmates.

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