Connors, Kathleen

"Babies under a year old can have an allergy to milk that follows them into childhood. However, most kids don't have severe allergic reactions to milk products and many will eventually outgrow it. In this book, readers learn the signs of a milk allergy and what foods they should avoid if they are allergic to milk. Colorful, relatable photographs complement age-appropriate explanations and science information about an important subject readers will likely encounter in their own life or that of a friend"--.

"Peanut allergies are the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. Right now, there is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure, though some children grow out of it. The only way to stop a serious reaction from occurring is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn how serious peanut allergies may be as well as the symptoms one might have. Full-color photographs highlight how food packaging labels look and the possibility of peanuts on ingredients lists. The age-appropriate explanations and information may help readers understand a friend's struggle better, or even save a life!"--.

"Young children and babies are some of the most common people to show an allergy to wheat-and it's one of the most common allergies in children. The lucky ones outgrow it, but wheat allergies can cause some uncomfortable symptoms in the meantime. In this book, readers are introduced to what causes a wheat allergy, what an allergic reaction might look like, and how to handle that situation if it comes up. Readers also learn the difference between a wheat allergy and celiac disease. Full-color photographs augment the main content and show food labels wheat-allergic readers should look for"--.

"Eggs are in so many foods, particularly packaged foods like pasta, cookies, and crackers. This can make being a kid with an egg allergy particularly hard. But, with a little knowledge and preparation, it's possible to mostly avoid rashes, hives, or nausea that this allergy can cause. In this book, readers learn why people have an egg allergy and how to eat safely when living with it. Written in age-appropriate language, the main content offers helpful information and advice both for readers with allergies or for those trying to learn more"--.

"Pets are an important part of the family. Learning that a sibling or friend is allergic to a beloved cat or dog can be difficult. Even though these allergies can be treated, sometimes the solution to pet allergies is simply staying away from pets. In this book, readers learn about how the body reacts when it's allergic to pets in simple, age-appropriate language. Full of relatable photographs of kids interacting with pets and ways to deal with pet allergies, this book is a great resource for kids who either have allergies or are dealing with someone they love having them"--.

"From the hours people work to the different kinds of jobs they have, work often looks different for individuals all over the world. Readers of this . . . volume take a look at different jobs and workplaces all around the planet and see how things can be different or similar to the kinds of work they're familiar with adults having. Age-appropriate text introduces readers to different cultures and ways of life, while colorful photographs help them visualize some of the places and concepts discussed"--Provided by publisher.

"Age-appropriate text encourages kids to use toy kitchen utensils, but also includes ways they can help in the kitchen with older family members"--Provided by publisher.

"Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings-and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color photographs of normal and allergic reactions to bee stings, preparing readers further for any situation they may face"--Provided by publisher.

"Sometimes the life in colonial America can seem picturesque: no technology, close ties to the nearby community, and local, homemade food to nourish the whole family. However, . . . colonists did and had to deal with [funny and strange things], from colonial men paying for a wife to be brought to the colonies for him to the brand-new illnesses that killed many colonists"--Provided by publisher.

"The patriots of the American Revolution are often depicted as fervent, heroic supporters of an independent nation. But did you know that many left the war because they needed to harvest their crops? The historical content . . . [and] interesting tidbits--like the tar and feathering of British supporters--remind readers that revolutionaries were just people too!"--Provided by publisher.