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Moseka and her friend

Realistic illustrated storybook for all children and adolescents.

Developed in Democratic Republic of Congo and illustrated by Lepa and Bijou LOMBOTO ITOFO. Reviewed by Life for a Child regularly. No publication date.

My life: a guide for kids with diabetes

The 20-page pictorial book is designed for children with type 1 diabetes aged 7-11 years old. 

Source: Diabetes UK. No publication date. 

 

What kids need to know about diabetes

This children’s book covers general topics in type 1 diabetes including type 1, monitoring, nutrition and execrise (33-page).

Source: Lilly. 2009.

Mackenson’s Triumph over Diabetes

A 13-page story book about Mackenson and his story about the diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. 

Source: Kay Mackenson Clinic, USA. 2015.

Food Spinner

This is a family fun craft activity for carbohydrate counting of typical western foods (4-page craft paper).

Source: Lilly USA. No publication date.

KiDS NutriQuiz

Online interactive nutrition quizzes to learn about type 1 diabetes. It provides immediate feedback after each quiz question.

Source: International Diabetes Federation. No publication date. 

Slam dunk for diabetes

A series of short animated videos about diabetes, self-management and nutrition, which are important for sports and exercise. The videos are engaging and provide practical tips by using relatable scenarios 

Source: Slam Dunk For Diabetes (U.S.). LFAC reviewed in Oct 2024. 

A Magic Ride in Foozbah-Land

A short 11 minutes carton video explains the relationship between food and type 1 diabetes. 

Source: Jan Romer, LearningDiabetes.com. 2010.

Understanding Diabetes video series

A series of seven short cartoon videos regarding diabetes self-management (~3 minutes for each video).

Source: Health Nuts Media. No publication date. 

Professor Bumblebee’s Guide to Type 1 Diabetes

A short 11 minutes cartoon video with Professor Bumblebee and Cara who take you to explore the human body to understand the pathophysiology of type 1 diabetes. 

(Note: although the video was developed over a decade ago, the information is still valid and applicable.)

Source: Diabetes Australia – NSW. 2010.

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