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Loie's Disease

A Book About Leukodystrophy

by Maria Kefalas · 2022

ISBN: 1665715685 9781665715683

Category: Juvenile Nonfiction / General

Page count: 24

<p>Leukodystrophy is a life-limiting neurological disorder that can affect both children and adults.</p> <p>In an illustrated story based on her conversations with her children after their sister, Cal, was diagnosed with leukodystrophy, Maria Kefalas delivers a simple and powerful explanation from a child’s point of view that explains the workings of the brain, what a diagnosis means, and how to face the challenge as a family.</p> <p>“This is a beautiful book that delivers a powerfully simple, no nonsense explanation of leukodystrophy ... it reminds us that every single child needs and responds to our love and kindness.”<br>—Rebecca Brenner, former teacher</p>