Chronic means long-lasting, something that continues over a long period of time. There are different types of chronic health issues and they could have complex causes. People who live with chronic conditions might need ongoing medical care. They could often feel tired or in pain, making daily life difficult.
This Reading Challenge category is also an opportunity to learn more about health and disability. Check out our booklist Disability: Read Up On It! for more recommended reads. Or ask a librarian for help finding more books!
A Case of Grave Danger by Sophie Cleverly and Hannah Peck
Violet's dad is an undertaker and she would love to become his apprentice. But when he's accused of murder, she has to put her detective hat on and solve the mystery.
Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star by Laura Noakes
Cosima and her friends live in a Victorian home for kids with disabilities. When a sinister visitor comes calling, they hatch a plot involving a tiara heist and a search for long-lost family.
Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor and Rafael López
Different plants and flowers make a garden more colourful and wonderful. Same with the different people of all abilities, living together in our world! We each grow in our own way, and this book is a celebration of that.
Living with Viola by Rosena Fung
Middle school is tough enough without an evil twin shadowing you! Livy is having trouble fitting in at her new school, and Viola, who is Livy's anxiety brought to life, is not helping.
Puppy in My Head by Elise Gravel
Meet Ollie, the noisy puppy living inside the narrator's head! Ollie can get very excited or nervous or worried, overwhelming the narrator. But she learns mindful ways to handle these thoughts and emotions, and you can, too.