My Beautiful Brain: Epilepsy and Me is a warm, reassuring children's story about Ava, an eight year old girl who is creative, confident, full of dreams and has epilepsy.
Through Ava's story, young readers discover that epilepsy is only one part of who they are. As Ava learns more about her brain, talks about her feelings, asks important questions and receives support from the people around her, she begins to understand that having epilepsy does not change all the wonderful things that make her Ava.
With colourful illustrations, positive messages and gentle, child-friendly language, this book encourages children to feel confident talking about epilepsy while celebrating their strengths, interests and individuality.
My Beautiful Brain: Epilepsy and Me helps children understand that:
It is okay to have questions and different feelings about epilepsy.Asking for help and speaking up about what you need is important.Friends, family, teachers and healthcare professionals can be part of your support system.A diagnosis does not define who you are.Children with epilepsy can still have interests, ambitions, friendships and big dreams.A comforting and empowering story for children living with epilepsy, as well as their families, friends and schools.
Because epilepsy may be part of your story but it is never your whole story.