Allie's Ostomy Adventures

by Rebekka Smith, Tenille Smith

This beautifully illustrated children's book follows Allie, a school-aged girl with an ileostomy, as she has surgery, learns to care for her ostomy, goes to school, and learns that she can have just as many great adventures with her ostomy as she did before. Talking points and learning activities at the end of each chapter help children integrate learning and discuss their own situation and how to overcome challenges. Through Allie, young people will learn coping skills, communication strategies, and valuable emotional regulation techniques. This book is a wonderful addition to the bookshelves of ostomy support groups, schools, and hospitals, and is perfect for families looking for a children's ostomy book. It promotes self-efficacy and inclusion as children learn that people of all abilities share experiences of loss, frustration, learning, growth, and friendship.

99 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2023