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296 pp.
| McElderry
| September, 2002
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TradeISBN 0-689-84419-0$$16.95
(3)
4-6
Seventh-grader Kay's Grandma Margie develops breast cancer, the progress of which this novel records compassionately but accurately in short sections of free verse. More than the disease, this book concerns four generations of females--Kay and her mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Details of friends, school, church, and life in Florida resonate convincingly.
64 pp.
| LifeMatters
| September, 2001
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LibraryISBN 0-7368-1028-5$$23.93
(3)
YA
Perspectives on Disease and Illness series.
Short chapters define each disorder and describe symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and when possible, prevention. Each chapter begins with an overview, ends with discussion questions, and contains lots of sidebar facts and anecdotal personal stories. The photos add color to layouts with a generous amount of white space. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Perspectives on Disease and Illness titles: Cystic Fibrosis, Influenza and Other Viruses, Breast Cancer, Hodgkin's Disease.]
(3)
YA
This updated edition of Will I Get Breast Cancer?: Questions and Answers for Teenage Girls provides thorough information on topics from basic anatomy to the latest treatment. A "Letter to the Reader" emphasizes knowledge and thoughtful decision-making. The chapter "Coping When a Mother Has Breast Cancer" adds depth and speaks directly to teen concerns. Bib., glos., ind.
64 pp.
| Rosen
| November, 2000
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LibraryISBN 0-8239-3224-9$$17.95
(4)
YA
Need to Know Library series.
These books offer very basic definitions, descriptions, and treatments, as well as coping strategies for people with the conditions and those interacting with them. Breast Health presents more general information about maturing bodies, changing perceptions of female attractiveness, self-examination, and mammograms. Short vignettes add interest, but the photos are dull and add little information. Bib., glos., ind.
28 pp.
| Kane/Miller
| March, 1999
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TradeISBN 0-916291-88-X$$11.95
(4)
K-3
Curious Nell series.
Translated by Amanda Mayer Stinchecum.
The emphasis in this picture book is that the essential purpose of breasts is to provide nutrients through milk to babies. The step-by-step, often choppy narrative details the process, then looks at the experience from a baby's point of view. The sometimes oddly humorous text and exaggerated illustrations may serve to offset the usually hushed nature of the subject and provide a welcome relief to curious youngsters interested in taking a closer look.