Just in time for Diabetes Awareness Month, Dow Creative Enterprises is proud to announce the release of two impactful new books in the award-winning Nurse Florence® series: Nurse Florence®, What is Type 1 Diabetes? and Nurse Florence®, What is Type 2 Diabetes?. Written by Michael Stephen Dow and beautifully illustrated by Tim Kaney and Lindsay Roberts, these books simplify complex medical topics, offering children and families essential knowledge about diabetes.
Promoting Health Literacy Among Young Readers
The Nurse Florence® series is designed to elevate children’s health literacy by introducing young readers to correct terminology and essential scientific concepts. With increasing rates of diabetes globally, these two latest titles aim to demystify the condition, empowering children and families to better understand its causes, symptoms, and management strategies.
By teaching children about their bodies and medical concepts early, we are not only improving their health literacy but also sparking interest in STEM fields. Informed kids grow into informed adults, and they can help our society better tackle challenges like diabetes.
Supporting Diabetes Awareness and Education
Released during Diabetes Awareness Month, these books provide families, educators, and healthcare professionals with invaluable resources to educate children about diabetes. Whether explaining Type 1 Diabetes—an autoimmune condition—or Type 2 Diabetes, which often develops over time, Nurse Florence® presents the information in a way that children aged 7 and up can easily understand and apply.
With the release of these two new titles, Nurse Florence® continues its mission of promoting health and science literacy worldwide. For more information about the Nurse Florence® series, visit NurseFlorence.org. The books are available now on Amazon and Harvard Book Store.
Literary Titan Gold Book Award Honors Nurse Florence® Titles
Both Nurse Florence®, What is Type 1 Diabetes? and Nurse Florence®, What is Type 2 Diabetes? have been awarded the esteemed Literary Titan Gold Book Award. This recognition celebrates children’s books that captivate audiences with exceptional storytelling, vivid illustrations, engaging characters, and innovative concepts. The accolade highlights Michael Dow’s dedication to sparking curiosity and promoting health literacy through accessible, science-based narratives that resonate with young readers
Both books have received high praise for their clarity and practical applications. Nurse Florence®, What is Type 1 Diabetes? has been described as “a well-crafted educational tool for children and their families… perfect for kids who have a family member with diabetes, educators introducing health topics, or anyone seeking a basic understanding of this condition” by Literary Titan. Similarly, Nurse Florence®, What is Type 2 Diabetes? has been lauded for delivering “valuable health information in a way that is both engaging and accessible,” with clear, informative content and warm illustrations that make the complex topic approachable and less intimidating.
About the Nurse Florence® Series
The federally trademarked Nurse Florence® series aims to increase health literacy and inspire the next generation of scientists and healthcare professionals. Each book in the series combines engaging storytelling with accurate medical information, making complex topics accessible to young readers.
About the Author
Michael Stephen Dow, a decorated U.S. Air Force veteran and Registered Nurse, brings a unique blend of experience and passion to his writing. With advanced degrees in psychology, biology, management, health administration, and nursing, he combines his diverse expertise to create accessible, science-based educational content for children. Dow is the founder of Dow Creative Enterprises and the award-winning author of the Nurse Florence® series, which aims to promote health literacy and inspire young readers to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). His books have received esteemed accolades, including the Silver Nautilus Book Award, Literary Titan Book Award, and an International Book Awards finalist. Dedicated to empowering others, Dow leverages his background to help children and families navigate complex medical topics with clarity and confidence.
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