This reassuring picture book helps children understand that with a little care, anyone with asthma can live a normal life. They will learn what causes it, what it feels like to have it, how it can be treated, and what can be done to avoid its effects. Helpful notes for adults provide ideas for sharing the bookÂ’s information and advice with children.

Written by psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas, books in the A First Look at series promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on personal, social, and emotional issues.