Buddy by My Side

By Victoria-Ann MK Belk

Moving is hard.
Starting a new school is even harder.

For nine-year-old Lila, it's especially scary.

She lives with Type 1 diabetes and depends on her diabetic alert service dog, Buddy, to help keep her safe. But what if the kids at her new school stare at her monitor? What if they think Buddy is strange?

As Lila begins her first week, she discovers something surprising-she's not the only one who's different.

Some classmates have service dogs. Some use wheelchairs. Some take medicine. And everyone has something that makes them unique.

With warmth, heart, and gentle reassurance, Buddy by My Side celebrates inclusion, confidence, and the power of friendship.

A touching picture book for ages 4-8 about bravery, belonging, and discovering you are never walking alone.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQGFM6YW
• ISBN13: 9798249421724
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"