Curious Learners - Learning about Cancer
The children’s picture book tells a heartfelt story about three friends Utu, Eino and Aisha. One day, Utu’s mother is diagnosed with breast cancer. The information raises many questions in children. The friends’ big quest for information about cancer begins and the trio name their group Curious Learners. In the story, the children have adventures as researchers and learn about cancer and its treatment, and finally, Utu’s mother, who is undergoing treatment, recovers.
Curious Learners Learning about Cancer is an informative and easy-to-understand children’s illustrated non-fiction book about a serious illness. It is suitable for anyone whose loved one has or has had cancer.
The book is written by Henna Auno and illustrated by Piia Keto.
info
Year of publication
2023
Original title
Uteliaat oppijat tutkivat syöpää
Page count
48
Original publisher
Etana Editions
Original language of publication
Finnish
Awards & Nominations
Nominations
The Most Beautiful Books of Finland
2023
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