Drew Discovers Diabetes: An Adventure and Resilience Story
Written by: Karime Moncada
2 minute read
August 1, 2024
“Drew Discovers Diabetes” is a children’s book by Emmet O’Sullivan, who has lived with type 1 diabetes since 2020 when he was 13 years old.
Emmett wrote “Drew Discovers Diabetes” to help people everywhere in:
- Identifying the signs of diabetes and
- Getting treatment as soon as possible.
Emmet hopes that other young people living with type 1 diabetes, as well as their loved ones, will be inspired by Drew.
Drew’s Story
Drew is an adventurous and energetic dinosaur. However, one day he starts to notice that he cannot keep up when playing with his friends.
Worried, he visits Dino Doc and gets a diagnosis that will change his life: He has type 1 diabetes.
From that moment on, Drew begins a journey of self-knowledge and learning.
Support and Tools
With his parent’s unconditional support, Papa and Mama Stego, and new medical tools such as insulin, Drew learns to manage his condition.
He is not alone in this process. He has a strong community that helps him thrive and face daily challenges with courage and determination.
Life Lessons
This book is not only a story about being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, but also a lesson in resilience and inclusion.
Through Drew’s experiences, children can learn to recognize the symptoms of type 1 diabetes and the importance of receiving timely medical care.
Drew teaches us that it is possible to lead a full and normal life despite adversity with the right support.
Inspiration and Self-Knowledge
“Drew Discovers Diabetes” is a source of inspiration for young people living with type 1 diabetes, as well as their loved ones. The brave dinosaur shows us that diabetes is not a barrier to living a full and happy life.
“Drew Discovers Diabetes” is more than a children’s book. It is an educational tool that helps children and their families understand and manage type 1 diabetes. With an immersive narrative and endearing characters, this book is an excellent companion for children with diabetes.
Get the Book on Amazon
You can find “Drew Discovers Diabetes” on Amazon—both in print and Kindle format).
You can also find it in Spanish as “Drew Descubre la Diabetes”.
Author
Karime Moncada
Karime has been living with type 1 diabetes since 2010. She has a degree in Spanish Language and Literature and is the mother of a wonderful human being and three doggy daughters. She is the creator of the blog, the podcast, and the virtual community Sin dos de azúcar. Her diabetes has led her to educate and recognize herself. She firmly believes that people’s experiences nourish and enrich the community. That is why she started writing her story.
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