Purr-fect Pals: A Kid, A Cat and Diabetes© is a picture book written and designed to offer comfort, education and encouragement to children
(ages 2-12) who live with the challenges of Type I and Type II diabetes.

The story is told through the true-to-life experiences of two main characters, a "kid" and a "cat," who learn to live with the "highs" and "lows" of diabetes. As the characters' lives mirror one another, the sequence of events help teach children they are not alone, and they can achieve their heart's desire by transforming life's many obstacles into opportunities. Through the characters' perspectives, readers learn detailed information about Type I and Type II diabetes, including how they are diagnosed and managed through medication, education, diet and exercise.

A plush toy "cat" will accompany the book. The "cat" wears a collar that is a diabetes medical ID bracelet, which can be removed and worn by the child. The "cat" will assist the child's understanding about diabetes, help them accept their new life style, enhance how they express their feelings and encourage non-judgmental communication about their concerns.

An interactive guide accompanies the story and offers readers a vehicle to share and voice their feelings and perceptions about diabetes. The guide's question and answer format allows children and adults to dialog and process the storyline for clarity, understanding and application in their lives.

Readers of all ages will benefit from the glossary and three different word games, which provide time to reflect and reinforce facts about diabetes while having fun. The book is illustrated in engaging black and white line drawings that offer children the opportunity to color the pictures and personalize the characters. A resource guide and anthology of anecdotal stories will provide readers with knowledge, comfort and encouragement.

Whether you have a personal stake in diabetes management or are a member of an organization committed to helping children with diabetes, the Purr-fect Pals Project serves as a companion program to the picture book and presents a unique learning opportunity for you.

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