Hazel's Magic Legs: A Tale of Perthes

By Amy Ashorn McMillan

Hazel's Magic Legs is a heartwarming and empowering picture book that helps children understand Legg-Calv -Perthes Disease through the story of a brave little girl named Hazel.

Hazel loves to run, jump, twirl, and dance until everything changes with a diagnosis of Perthes Disease, a rare childhood hip condition that makes her bones weak and takes years to heal. With the help of her family, her friends, and her imagination, Hazel discovers new ways to move, play, and shine.

This book gently explores the physical limitations and emotional challenges children with Perthes may face. It also celebrates creativity, courage, and resilience, offering a message of hope for kids going through big changes.

Perfect for children, parents, teachers, and caregivers, Hazel's Magic Legs helps others better understand how to support and include children with Perthes Disease as it reminds us all that even tough journeys can still be filled with magic.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FLRKYZPT
• ISBN13: 9798296584243
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"