Mom Has Cancer! – Children's Educational Book
Help young children understand difficult emotions and family experiences with Mom Has Cancer!, a thoughtful picture book designed to introduce the topic of cancer in a gentle, age-appropriate way. Through relatable storytelling and comforting illustrations, this book helps preschoolers understand what it means when a parent becomes seriously ill and encourages them to express their feelings, ask questions, and seek reassurance.
Ideal for preschool classrooms, early childhood counseling, social-emotional learning (SEL) activities, and family reading, this educational resource supports meaningful conversations about illness, empathy, family relationships, and emotional well-being.
Key Educational Benefits:
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Social-Emotional Learning: Helps children recognize and express feelings such as sadness, fear, confusion, and worry.
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Age-Appropriate Understanding: Introduces cancer and family illness through simple language and reassuring illustrations.
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Communication Skills: Encourages children to ask questions, share concerns, and talk openly with trusted adults.
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Empathy & Compassion: Helps preschoolers develop sensitivity toward others experiencing illness or challenging family circumstances.
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Family & Classroom Support: Provides parents, caregivers, counselors, and educators with a gentle starting point for sensitive conversations.
Ages 3+ | Ideal for Preschool, Early Childhood SEL, Counseling & Family Suppor
By Jennifer Moore-Mallinos
Illustrated by Marta Fàbrega
Published: 2008
ISBN: 9780764140747
Paperback · 31 pages
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