Children understand the world through stories.
Learning about the medical world is no different.
Evidence-based books and resources created by Certified Child Life Specialists using principles of child development to help children understand medical experiences.
When your family is facing a medical experience, you may wonder.
- What should I my kids?
- How much should I explain?
- Will I make my kids more scared?
- Are my kids too young to understand?
- Where do I even start?
Why Storytelling works.
Children don’t learn like adults. They understand the world through:
- Stories
- Play
- Repetition
- Simple language
Children often imagine something much scarier than reality when they don’t understand what is happening. We help families replace fear with understanding.
How Child Core Helps
We share the tools and language loved ones need to feel confident in supporting children.
Children’s Books
Developmentally appropriate stories that explain diagnoses, procedures, and hospital experiences.
Conversation Guides + Play Activities
Play activities and complimentary conversation guides help create opportunities for loved ones to prepare children before a medical experience, support their understanding, or open the door to questions and conversations.
Child Life Coaching
1:1 guidance from a Certified Child Life Specialist when a family needs extra support.
Resources for Every Stage of Development
Becaust children understand illness differently at every age.
Created by Certified Child Life Specialists
We have spent years helping children understand complex medical experiences inside hospitals and within the community. Now we’re bringing the same expertise to families everywhere.
