Allergies!
So many school rooms have a posted sign outside the door: Nut-free room or egg-free room! That means millions of kids face the idea of allergies in their daily lives. In this set, readers learn about bee, wheat, peanut, milk, egg, and pet allergies they or their friends or family may deal with. Informative, age-appropriate text and language demystify the science behind allergies as well as discuss what an allergic reaction may look like. The main text prepares readers to handle difficult situations that could happen at home, school, or play. The knowledge gained may even help a reader save a life!
• Highlights foods or behaviors to avoid in order to prevent allergic reactions
• Alerts readers to the warning signs of an allergic reaction
• Introduces and explains an issue common in many school classrooms