by Rachel Rose

This title, part of the Health Helpers series, is an introduction to the work of a doctor. It begins with the problem (I fell off my bike. My arm hurts) and progresses through the ensuing visit to the doctor. Various children and adults are pictured and the text is simple and effectively relays the information. A nice added feature is a page with doctor tools.

Typical nonfiction features are included: table of contents, glossary, index and bolded words that might be unfamiliar. This is a gentle, effective tool to help ease fears about a visit to the doctor. It acknowledges the child’s feelings and demystifies the experience. Recommended.