The Diabetic Dinosaur

Tommy is a happy young dinosaur with not a care in the world. One day he begins to feel unwell, so his friend, Pterry, takes him to see the Witch Doctor. The Witch Doctor discovers that Tommy has Type 1 Diabetes and shows him how to test his blood sugar levels, take insulin and what to do when his blood sugars go too low. With the Witch Doctor’s help Tommy is able to go on to lead a normal and healthy life, while still having fun with his friends. Filled with colourful illustrations, this book aims to demystify diabetes and help children to come to terms with a life-changing illness.