What if learning about epilepsy could help children replace fear with understanding?
Meet Sammy, a fun-loving kid who enjoys riding bikes, telling silly jokes, making friends, and dreaming big. Sammy also has epilepsy-but epilepsy is only one small part of who he is.
Through gentle storytelling and beautiful illustrations, My Brain Has Sparkles helps children understand epilepsy in a way that is comforting, age-appropriate, and easy to understand. Young readers will learn that seizures can look different for everyone, how kindness and patience make a difference, and that children with epilepsy can live happy, active lives.
This heartwarming story encourages empathy, inclusion, and acceptance while reminding every child that our differences are what make the world beautiful.
Perfect for: Children ages 4-9Parents and familiesTeachers and classroomsSchool counselors and nursesLibraries and pediatric officesAnyone wanting to teach kindness and inclusionInside you'll discover:
A gentle introduction to epilepsyChild-friendly explanations of seizuresPositive messages about friendship and acceptanceEncouragement for children living with epilepsyHelpful information for parents and teachersBecause every child deserves to feel seen, included, and celebrated.
Epilepsy is something Sammy has. It is not who Sammy is.