Educational Literature
If you need educational resources for your child’s school, troop, or sports team, you’ve come to the right place. When available, we offer these materials to families affected by Type 1 diabetes to promote understanding. Some books are purely for enjoyment, but all feature characters living with T1D. If you’re interested in any titles, please send us your request below while supplies last.
This cookbook contains dozens of wholesome recipes that are diverse, delicious and easy to make—taking the challenge out of meal planning! For those with celiac disease, the gluten-free recipes are identified, and some recipes include notes on how they can be prepared in a gluten-free way.
Join Della, a unique and courageous duckling with feathers of grey, as she embarks on a journey of learning and acceptance in the bustling pond community. Despite facing the challenges of living with diabetes, Della learns to navigate her world with resilience and grace, with the support of her wise mentor, Dr. Mallard, and the unwavering friendship of her fellow ducklings.
It's Coco's first sleepover since she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, and she can't wait! Her aunt Abby will be there to help her with her diabetes, and all of her friends will be there to play with. Soon Coco is having a ball, playing balloon basketball, eating pizza and watching a movie under the stars. Check out what happens next!
Teddy isn’t your average fur-iend...but neither is Emily! When she was first diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, it all seemed overwhelming. But now, the pair never lets anything stand in the way of everyday adventures...and they can teach you how too! Sit, stay and come along as Teddy Talks about the healthy daily habits he and his human Emily make together. In this fetching tale, Teddy shares how it is easy to find the bright side when you’re looking for it. After all, a little paws-itivity can go a long way!
Follow the story of Rosie as she navigates her type 1 diabetes diagnosis with her parents. Rosie is a second-grader with bright green eyes and beautiful red hair who loves to draw, eat ice cream, and spend time with her best friends. In the first book in the series, Rosie learns the basics of type 1 diabetes from her doctors, meets new friends to support her, and finds empowerment through a challenging time!
Morgan Carlyle is new to town and hasn’t made any friends yet. Then she meets Lizzie, and it begins to seem like her luck is changing. Lizzie is great, and her friend Naomi shares all the same interests as Morgan. But Naomi doesn’t want to be Morgan’s friend. Instead, she seems to view her as competition. Then Lizzie invites Morgan to a sleepover. Morgan is excited, but she’s also nervous. She hasn’t slept away from home since she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. And to make matters worse, Naomi will be there too! Can Morgan overcome her worries and find a way for her and Naomi to both be superstars?
Follow part two of Rosie’s exciting adventure! This summer, join Rosie and her new friends, Maya and Timmy, at Camp Wagagaga, where they discover valuable lessons on becoming more independent and confident diabetes managers. Together, they practice carb-counting skills and share important experiences. Most importantly, they remember to have fun and simply be kids!
Phillip Mitchell can’t wait to go to baseball camp! He’s been eagerly looking forward to this exciting event for many months, and now the day has finally arrived. There’s just one problem: He hasn’t spent so many nights away from home since he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, and this makes him feel quite worried and uncertain. What if something goes wrong and there’s no one nearby who knows how to help him? Will Phillip be able to relax and fully enjoy his first experience at baseball camp, or will his nerves and concerns take over and hold him back?
It’s Goofy’s birthday, and Mickey and the gang have planned a party at Star lake. Coco the monkey is coming, too! Goofy’s worried because Coco has Type 1 diabetes, so he brings along a wagon in case she gets tired. But Coco’s not worried. She has a ball at the party, playing games and winning prizes. When it’s time for treats and birthday cake, Coco has a plan and sticks to it. But someone else doesn’t stick to a smart party plan. Find out who has to go home in the wagon in this Coco-nutty tale!
"My Body Beeps! Growing Up With Diabetes" by Katherine Lockwood is an empowering children's book that teaches kids how to navigate chronic health conditions. It follows a young girl named Katie, who uses medical devices like a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and an insulin pump.
Coco is a little monkey who loves playing soccer. Then she is diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Coco worries that she wont be able to play anymore. Join Coco as she and her parents visit the doctor and learn about caring for her Type 1 diabetes. Will Coco’s dream of playing in the big game come true, or will diabetes block her shot?
Rosie Sparkle Fin is a heartwarming children’s book about a young mermaid who discover she has Type 1 diabetes.
Written by a young girl named Catalina, who lives with T1D, and her mother, Aimee, the story details how Rosie's mermaid tail begins sparkling too brightly. With the help of her sidekick, Sparkles the Seahorse, and Dr. Aquashell, Rosie learns how to manage her condition while continuing to live an adventurous and magical life under the sea
Recommended for kids and teens available on Amazon
The Sugar Squad Chronicles is a heartwarming middle-grade adventure series (ages 10–12) that follows a tight-knit group of friends who face the ups and downs of life, middle school, and thrilling mysteries—while living with Type 1 Diabetes. Erin Hayden blends humor, courage, and realistic medical detail to create characters who treat their condition not as a limitation but as a true “superpower.”
Perfect for classroom reading, book clubs, and young readers seeking adventurous, empathetic characters, The Sugar Squad Chronicles offers five entertaining and empowering books that celebrate courage, curiosity, and the everyday superpowers of kids with Type 1 Diabetes. Enjoy the 5 book series by Erin Hayden.
Meet Type Wonder, the superhero with type 1 diabetes! This heartwarming story follows a superhero who loses his powers when he's diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He's devastated, but with the help of a young friend, he learns to manage his diabetes and become an even stronger hero. Written by Patrick Casey.
Fifteen-year-old Shea can skate with the best, if they’ll accept a girl. After missing tryouts, she lands a spot on a competitive co-ed travel hockey team via a late evaluation, only to face teammates who resent her challenge to the status quo.
Jayden juggles grades and hiding Type 1 diabetes; he just wants to survive the season. Shea’s arrival sparks rumors and tension, leaving both players isolated.
As the team races toward the state championship, Shea and Jayden must confront who they are, one playing through pain, the other through silence, and may become what the team needs to unite.