Recommended Diabetes Books

The following materials were developed especially for children with diabetes and written by Jean Betschart, a certified nurse practitioner at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. All items are available for purchase at Amazon.com.

Diabetes Care for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers: A Reassuring Guide

The support you need to manage your little one’s diabetes.
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ISBN 0471346764 John Wiley & Sons, 1999

Magic Ride in Foozbah-Land: An Inside Look at Diabetes

An amazing journey through the human body teaches kids about diabetes.
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ISBN 0471347558 John Wiley & Sons, 1995

It’s Time to Learn About Diabetes (workbook and video)

An entertaining workbook for school age children.
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ISBN 0471347434 John Wiley & Sons, 1995.

Raising a Child with Diabetes: A Guide for Parents

Practical support for helping parents deal with the daily struggles of their child’s diabetes.
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ISBN 0-945448-48-1 American Diabetes Association, 2000.

In Control

Everything a Teen with Diabetes Needs to Know to Get Through the Teen Years.
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ISBN 0471347426 John Wiley & Sons, 1995