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Dancing with Diabetes

by Chelsea Hobson

Summary

Join Olivia, a spirited six-year-old, who discovers she has Type 1 Diabetes. As Olivia copes with the changes the diagnosis brings to her life, she confides in her loving mother, who reminds her of her beauty, intelligence, and courage. One day, Olivia spots a shiny object on the arm of her classmate Kyle, and plucks up the courage to ask if he is also a diabetic. To her surprise and delight, he is! With newfound confidence, Olivia and Kyle excitedly share their discovery with their parents, celebrating the fact that they’ve made a lifelong companion in each other. Dancing with Diabetes is a tale of self-discovery, friendship, and acceptance that encourages children to understand and embrace diversity, fostering empathy and inclusivity.

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Additional Information

Publication Year

2023

Diabetes Type(s)

  • > Type One

Age Group(s)

  • > Children

Genre(s)

  • > Picture Book

Representation

T1D Main Character

External Links

© 2026 Concieved without a functioning pancreas by Kelsey Geller. Created with a functioning pancreas and ❤️ by Eric Wilhite.