My Dad and the Dragon - by Montserrat Coughlin Kim (Paperback)

About the Book

A cancer dragon snuck inside Cameron's dad, and Cameron will show you what that is like in daily life.

Book Synopsis

A cancer dragon snuck inside Cameron's dad, and Cameron will show you what that is like in day-to-day life.

Beautifully illustrated, My Dad and the Dragon shows what life is like when a father is diagnosed with cancer. It is written based on our family's experience when my husband was diagnosed with cancer, and we started calling it a cancer dragon with our children.

Perfect for children from 4-to 10 years old, this book will help parents, caregivers, and children talk about cancer and how it impacts the whole family.

100% of the profits of the sale of this book will be donated to social-service organizations that help support children with sick parents. Please check out www.whenadragoncomes.org to learn more.

Review Quotes

" Coughlin Kim and Cheresnick's picture book gives a child's-eye view of how a father's cancer affects a loving family...Coughlin Kim deals with such realities with a blend of honesty and gentleness that should comfort young readers in similar situations... A thoughtful, vibrantly illustrated cancer story for young children." - KIRKUS Review

"A must-read when cancer becomes a household word." - 5 Stars from INDIES TODAY, Jordon Ehmann

"The illustrations by Rebekah S. Cheresnick are wonderful. The way the dragon is depicted is excellent - it's a dark shadow that Cameron can't see on some days, and, on good days, it has shrunk in size and the child's father holds it on his shoulders effortlessly. Both the author and illustrator have brought cancer to life in a way that is relatable for young kids - until the time comes when it can be banished forever.... Recommended for families dealing with the dragon of cancer, caregivers, and young kids everywhere to encourage empathy and understanding in the face of difficulties." - 5 Stars from READERS FAVORITE

"We all know cancer is a life-changing diagnosis. It is especially heart-wrenching when someone with young children is diagnosed. This book will be a great tool for parents to use when trying to help children understand what cancer is and how the treatment will affect their beloved parent. It is a very needed book at this time as we see cancer affecting people both young and older." - Nancy Ellen Kemeny, MD