New from Mayo Clinic Press Kids’ Helping Paws Academy series, Dash Can Do It follows a therapy dog who helps a child with diabetes. This inviting chapter book series explores health topics through the friendly lens of therapy dogs. Follow an adorable therapy dog helping a child through a diagnosis of diabetes, with strong messages of empathy, kindness, and courage. Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences—from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more. Nonfiction back matter provides more information about medical topics introduced in the books, from acute to chronic issues, while also providing more information about therapy dog programs and the Mayo Clinic Children's Center.
Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic.
- Fans of dog POV chapter books such as THE PUPPY PLACE, DOG DIARIES, and DIARY OF A PUG
- Caregivers and Educators looking to promote empathy, kindness, and courage.
- Children managing or curious about diabetes
- Children interested in the medical field