Parent & Teacher Guide
Use these discussion questions to spark meaningful conversations with children about each book's themes — at home or in the classroom.
Piper Has POTS
Piper is a curious, imaginative girl who loves stargazing and dreaming big — and she also has POTS. Her story helps children, families, and educators understand this often-invisible condition with compassion, patience, and hope.
Nia's Patches
A warm and encouraging story about Nia, a young girl who wears medical patches as part of her everyday care. Children learn that medical devices can be a normal, even beautiful, part of life — and that what makes us different can also make us brave.
The Teal Pumpkins on Maple Street
Theo loves Halloween but worries his food allergy will leave him on the sidelines. When his neighbors put out teal pumpkins and nonfood treasures, he discovers that every child deserves a choice — and that inclusion makes every celebration sweeter.
London Has Autism
Step into the life of London, a young boy with Autism, as he navigates school and everyday moments from his own unique perspective.
Paige Has Asthma
Paige loves recess, art class, and her friends — and she also has asthma. Her story helps children understand what asthma feels like, how to stay safe, and how to be a kind and helpful friend to someone who has it.
Addison Has Diabetes
Addison is a lively, big-hearted girl who loves swinging and art class — and also happens to have diabetes. Her story celebrates friendship, bravery, and the little moments that make life sweet.
Tauren Has Tourette's
Tauren's story helps children, parents, and teachers understand Tourette's syndrome with compassion, empathy, and clarity.
Written by a nurse practitioner
These questions were crafted by Kelly Fairbanks NP-C with over 20 years of nursing experience — designed to be age-appropriate, clinically informed, and emotionally safe for children.