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Hospitalization and Preparation for Medical Procedures
BooksBooks for Kids Ages Birth - 3 years Brazelton, T. Berry. Going to the Doctor. Reading, Mass: Addison-Wesley Publishing Co., 1996. This book tells what happens when a child goes to the doctor for a checkup, with explanations of the instruments and procedures that will be encountered. (48p, illus.) Civardi, Anne & Stephen Cartwright. Going to the Doctor, EDC Publications, 1994. Part of the Usborne First Experiences series of books, this book is helpful in preparing 2-3 years olds for a visit to the doctor. (16p, fictions, illus.) Carvadi, Anne & Stephen Cartwright. Going to the Hospital. EDC Publications, 1994. As quoted in a book review on Amazon.com, Ms. Ann Burney, a parent from Oklahoma says, "This book is about a boy who goes to the hospital for a one night stay after an ear operation. The pictures and words are bright, cherry, and comforting to young readers. My daughter liked to read this book even after her hospital stay...a good book to show a very young child what going to the hospital will be like and [that] it isn't as scary as it might seem." (16p, fiction, illus.) Going to the Doctor Kid Kit. EDC Publications, 1999. An Usborne First Experiences Product. (16p.) Larsen, Margie. Barney and Baby Bop Go to the Doctor. Allen, TX: Barney Publications, 1996. McCue, Lisa. Corduroy Goes to the Doctor. New York: Viking Press, 1987. "This book describes Corduroy's day at the doctor. It gives vivid pictures of him entering the office, being weighed, and having his throat and ears examined. It also shows the doctor listening to Corduroy's heart while giving him breathing instruction! At the end Corduroy gets a shot as the doctor explains. 'We don't want you to get sick,"" says Carol Dinsmoor who is the mother of a 3 year old girl. (unpaged, fictions, illus.) Rogers, Fred. Going to the Hospital. New York: Putnam and Grosset Group, 1997. This book contains photographs instead of illustrations. The photographs may help children to identify better with this book than they would a book that uses animal characters or cartoon drawings. While it is reassuring, It is also written in a very matter of fact style. The text is direct and addressed to children. The book explains several medical instruments. It is mentioned many times that there are caring people at the hospital and that the child will be sent home as soon as the doctor determines that he or she is well enough. The book also addresses preparing for a hospital stay (in case of planned visits). (27p, illus.) Zoehfeld, Kathleen Weidner, Pooh Plays Doctor. Disney Press, 1999. The loveable Pooh Bear plays doctor using Christopher Robin's doctor kit. Pooh finds out about reflexes, heartbeats, blood pressure, and shots. (32p, fiction, illus.) Books for kids Ages 4-8 years old Cilotta, Claire. "Why Am I Going to the Hospital?". Secaucus, NJ: Lyle Stuart, Inc., 1981. Answers to all of kid's questions about going to the hospital. Very straight forward. Explains that some things WILL hurt, but only for a little bit. The major theme is that the child is only at the hospital until he gets well, and that the reason he's there is that everyone including the doctors, nurses, and his parents are very concerned about his health and all want him to get better. (44p, fiction, illus.) Dooley, Virginia. Tubes in My Ears: My trip to the Hospital. Greenvale, NY: Mondo Publishing, 1996. A hospital can be a scary place for a child. Here's a sympathetic and honest look at what to expect when having a minor operation, from what doctors wear to the instruments they use, and what it feels like to have anesthesia. Cheerful, detailed illustrations, and a touch of humor and lightness make this an essential book for young people. (24p, fiction, illus.) Duncan, Debbie. When Molly Was in the Hospital: A Book for Brothers and Sisters of Hospitalized Children. Windsor, CA: Rayve Productions, Inc., 1995. Anna's little sister, Molly, has been very ill and had to have an operation. Anna tells us all about the experience from her point of view. Sensitive, insightful, heartwarming story. A support and comfort for siblings. (40p, fiction, illus.) Hallinan, P.K. My Doctor, My Friend. Nashville, TN: Ideals Children's Books, 1996. This title lets children know what to expect at the doctor's office. It would be great reading right before an anxious child's first check-up. (uppaged. fiction, illus.) Hautzig, Deborah. A Visit to the Sesame Street Hospital. New York: Random House, 1985. Grover is going to have to have his tonsils removed, and decides to tour the hospital before he has to have his operation. Nurse Spinner takes Bert, Ernie, and Grover on a tour of the hospital. She shows them the pediatric ward as well as the nursery so that they know that the hopsital can be a happy place. Nurse Spinner also explains why the hallways smell funny (disinfectant), the purpose bracelets, and the nurse call button. Nurse Spinner also explains that a doctor and a nurse are always available and on the children's floor. Grover gets to see the operation room, and gets to try on scrubs. A very good book. Explanations are precise, and this book covers a lot of material. (32p, fiction, illus.) Hogan, Paula A. The Hospital Scares Me, Milwaukee, WI: Raintree, 1980. This realistic story about what happens to Dan at the hospital after he breaks his ankle offers honest information such as the purpose of an I.V., what it is like to have an X-ray taken, and that shots do hurt. (31p., fiction, illus.) Hogan, Paula Z. The Hospital Scares Me. Milwaukee: Raintree Steck-Vaughn, 1992. After being rushed to the hospital with a broken ankle, Dan gradually grows less afraid as he receives emotional support and explanations of everything that happens to him. (32p, fiction, illus.) Howe, James. The Hospital Book. New York: Crown Publisher, 1981. This fairly complete guide to a stay in the hospital discusses the people who work there, the equipment that is used, what will hurt, and how people get better. Excellent photographs are also useful with preschoolers. (94p., illus.) Jennings, Sharon. Franklin Goes to the Hospital. Toronto: Kids Can Press, 2000. When Franklin goes to the hospital for an operation to repair his broken shell, everyone thinks he" being very brave. But Franklin is only pretending to be fearless. He's worried that his X-rays will show just how frightened he is inside. With the help of Dr. Bear, Franklin learns that even though he's feeling scared, he can still be brave. (32p, fiction, illus.) Johnston, Marianne. Let's Talk About Going to the Doctor. New York: Powerkids Press, 1997. Explains what happens during a typical visit to the doctor, covering such activities as having your temperature taken, having your blood pressure measured, and getting a shot. There are friendly photos of children at the doctor. A glossary of difficult terms is included, and there are phonetically spelled words in the text. (24p, illus.). Johnston, Marianne. Let's Talk About Going to the Hospital. New York: Powerkids Press, 1997. Explains what a hospital is, what happens there, and when a patient can go home. The author emphasized the fact that healthcare workers are caring people whose main goal is to help people get well. The text also emphasizes that even though some tests and shots hurt, they are only done to help the patient. The book has short sections describing meals, IV tubes, blood tests, anesthesia, and surgery. Unfamiliar words are explained and have their phonetic pronunciation next to them. (24p, illus.) Johnston, Marianne. Let's Talk About When Someone You Love is in the Hospital. New York: Powerkids Press, 1997. This book discusses visiting the hospital when one's loved ones are hospitalized. It talks about how to make one's loved ones feel better, how they look as patients, and the scary feelings one has at such a time. (24p, illus.) Lansky, Vicki. Koko Bear's Big Earache. Toronto; New York: Bantam Books, 1990. This book is specific to ear tube surgery. "Going [to the hospital] for this surgical procedure can be scary so this book can let a child know what to expect. It's helpful reading before AND after the procedure," states Vicki Lansky, author. There is good information here for parents also, including a question and answer section on common parental concerns. (32p, fiction, illus.) Mills, Claudia. Gus and Grandpa at the Hospital. New York: Farrar, Straus, & Giroux, 1998. (48p, fiction, illus.) Rey, Margaret. Curious George Goes to the Hospital. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co., 1966. (48p, fiction, illus.) Scarry, Richard. Big Operation: The Busy World of Richard Scarry. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1995. (unpaged. fiction, illus.) Steele, Danielle. Max's Daddy Goes to the Hospital. New York: Decalorte Press, 1995. (unpaged, fiction, illus.) Stein, Sara Bonnett. A Hospital Story: An Open Family Book for Parents and Children Together. Walker & Co., 1983. Separate texts for parents and children that explores the fears surrounding a little girl's stay for a tonsillectomy operation. Out of Pring Books to Look for at the Library Butler, Daphen. First Look in the Hospital. Milwaukee: G. Steven Children's Books, 1991. (32p, illus.) Coleman, William. My Hospital Book. Minneapolis, MN: Bethany Fellowhip, 1987. (83p, fiction, illus.) Davison, Martine. Rita Goes to the Hospital. New York: Random House, 1992. As Rita prepares to have her tonsils out, she makes a trip to the hospital to meet the surgical team and learn about the hospital and its procedures, in this guide developed by the American Medical Association that includes a medical history for children to complete. (unpaged, illus.) Davison, Martine. Bobby Visits the Doctor. New York: Random House, 1992. Robby is frightened by a prposed trip to the doctor, but he soon discovers that there is nothing of which to be afraid, in a guide developed by the American Medical Association that also includes tips on preventing colds. (unpaged, fiction, illus.) Davison, Martine. Kevin and the School Nurse. New York: Random House, 1992. In a guide developed by the American Medical Association to teach youngsters about the importance of health, Kevin's trip to the school nurse leads to a lesson on the importance of good nutrition, the link between nutrition and health, and healthy snacks. Davison, Martine. Maggie and the Emergency Room. New York: Random House, 1992. Tips on safety and injury prevention, as well as information about what happens in a hopital's emergency room, hightlight a look at Maggie's trip to the ER after a bicycle accident, in a book developed by the American Medical Association. Elliott, Ingrid. Hospital Road Map. Resources for Children's Hospitals, 1982. Kingsley, Emily Perl. Farley Goes to the Doctor. Racine, WI: Western Publishing Company, 1980. One of Jim Henson's Muppets must take a trip to the doctor. (26p, fiction, illus.) Krauss, Ronnie. Donald and his Nephews Visit the Doctor. New York: Grosset & Dunlop, 1980. Donald Duck and his nephews go to the doctor. (48p, fiction, illus.) Marino, Barbara Pavis. Eric Needs Stitches. New York: Lippincott, 1985. (28p, fiction, illus.) [Keywords: Hospitalization, Preparation, Medical Procedures] |
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