Lumos Keeps Calm
Dealing with Cuts & Stitches
From the Series Helping Paws Academy
Facility dog Lumos meets ten-year-old Kaia in the emergency room. Kaia slipped during a hike, and now she has a deep cut on her arm.
Can Lumos keep Kaia calm as she copes with x-rays and stitches? Join Lumos to find out more about Kaia as she braves dealing with stitches!
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.
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Author: Pat McCaw, MD
Pat McCaw, MD, is a family practice physician passionate about using books to help children with emotional and health issues. She teaches classes on how to use picture books in the classroom and writes online educational lessons on science and physiology.
Illustrator: Beth Hughes
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.
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Helping Paws Academy
This inviting chapter book series explores health topics through the friendly lens of therapy dogs. Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences—from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more.… View available downloads →
