The books noted here can help you and your child discuss the challenging experience of having a brother or sister in the hospital. Check your local library, bookstore or the “Family Learning Place” in the CHAM lobby, or ask your child life specialist to borrow a copy.
- A Pocket Full of Kisses by Audrey Penn
- The Invisible String by Patrice Kars
- When Molly Was in the Hospital: A Book for Brothers and Sisters by Debbie Duncan
- What About Me?: When Brothers and Sisters Get Sick by Allan Peterkin and Frances Middendorf
- Oliver’s Story, for ‘sibs’ of Kids with Cancer by Michael Dodd
- Hi, My Name is Jack by Christina Beall-Sullivan
- My Brother, Matthew by Mary Thompson
- Death is Stupid by Anastasia Higginbotham
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Still have questions about how to talk to siblings about the hospital? Your child life specialist is ready and available to assist you and your family during this difficult time.