Age-appropriate cancer education for kids up to 15 years old.
The first of its kind in Australia, this resource is developed in; English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic and Hindi to provide children and families who are facing cancer from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds with crucial health information, helping to improve their health outcomes.
The Kids Guide to Cancer is also available in other languages:
Arabic – Hindi – Chinese (Simplified) – Chinese (Traditional)
What is Cancer?
You know how our bodies are like big, bustling towns with lots of tiny workers called cells? Well, sometimes, some of these cells forget their jobs and start growing and multiplying too much. This can make a group of cells form something called a cancer ‘lump’ or a ‘tumor.’ Cancer isn’t a friend, it’s more like a troublemaker that messes up the town harmony.
Types of Cancer
Sometimes, the cells in the skin might start growing too much and not stopping like they should. That’s what we call skin cancer. Or think about our bones being the strong pillars of a castle. If the cells in the bones start growing too much, it’s called bone cancer. It’s like having different chapters in a storybook – each type of cancer is a bit like its own adventure with its own characters causing a bit of mischief.
Medicines & Hospitals
Medicine is a superhero that the doctors give you to help the body fight the bad stuff. The doctors and nurses at the hospital work really hard to make sure you’re comfortable and that you have everything you need.
People Who Help
The people who help and work together in the hospital are characters in your superhero story to ensure you’re healthy and happy. The Doctors are like the brave heroes who read the story and figure out the best way to fix things.
How Can I Help?
If you want to help someone with cancer, that’s really kind of you. Small gestures can have a big impact and show them you care. Your kindness and love can make a big difference in their day.
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