Caitlin is 10. She was struck with diabetes three years ago. Since then, a neighbor girl was diagnosed, and they've become best friends.
Share our story with a child in your life to help deal with human, emotional, family and practical issues of a chronic disease and preadolescence.
This is the sequel to THE BEST YEAR OF MY LIFE, Book 1, Getting Diabetes. It is a chapter book for children, ages 9 - 12, written in the voice of a 10-year-old girl with diabetes. Parents, family members, friends, teachers, coaches, etc., also will find it helpful.
Jed Block is the father and a caregiver of Caitlin, as well as two other daughters. Since 1976, he has written professionally as a newspaper reporter, business writer and independent contractor.