Cricket Helps Out: Understanding Appendicitis

by Pat McCaw, Beth Hughes (Illustrator)

Overview

Cricket and her handler are headed into the children's hospital when they are suddenly pulled away to help in the emergency room. There they meet Maddie, a nine-year-old patient with appendicitis.

Maddie is in pain and feeling nervous about needing emergency surgery. How will Cricket help Maddie cope with an IV poke, surgery, and recovery? Join Cricket and her handler to find out more about Maddie and understand appendicitis!

Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences—from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more. Nonfiction back matter provides more information about medical topics introduced in the books, from acute to chronic issues, while also proving more information about therapy dog programs and the Mayo Clinic Children's Center.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781945564994
Publisher:	Mayo Clinic Press
Publication date:	08/01/2023
Series:	Helping Paws Academy
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 7.75(h) x (d)
Lexile:	620L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 9 Years

About the Author

Mavis Bean is a children's author and dog lover living in Rochester, MN. She loves helping readers discover new interests while becoming lifelong readers.

Beth Hughes is an illustrator and concept artist. She loves using art to get those stories out. Her work credits include children's books, mural designs, and concept art and character design work for various animation companies. She's also participated in several art book publications and gallery events.