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1) Allergic
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"Hoping to adopt a pet to find a sense of belonging in her busy family, Maggie is disappointed to discover she is severely allergic to anything with fur and tries to find a pet to love anyway." --
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"Hay fever. Peanut allergies. Eczema. Either you have a frustrating allergy, or you know someone who does. Billions of people worldwide--an estimated 30 to 40 percent of the global population--have some form of allergy; millions have one severe enough to actively endanger their health. Even more concerningly, over the last decade, the number of people diagnosed with allergy has been steadily increasing. Medical anthropologist Theresa MacPhail, herself...
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Alvin Ho ; 1
Publisher
Schwartz & Wade Books
Pub. Date
2008.
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English
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A young boy in Concord, Massachusetts, who loves superheroes and comes from a long line of brave Chinese farmer-warriors, wants to make friends, but first he must overcome his fear of everything.
4) Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
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The first book in a hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.
Alvin,...
A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.
Alvin,...
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Alvin Ho ; 2
Publisher
Schwartz & Wade Books
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
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When Alvin's father takes him camping to instill a love of nature, like that of their home-town hero Henry David Thoreau, Alvin makes a new friend and learns that he can be brave despite his fear of everything.
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2009
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English
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Alvin takes on camping in the second book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is back, and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and . . . pit toilets? Luckily,...
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is back, and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and . . . pit toilets? Luckily,...
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2011
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English
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The fourth book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is facing something truly scary: the idea that someone he loves might die. When Alvin's GungGung loses his best friend, Alvin (gulp) volunteers to go with him to the funeral.
A humorous...
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is facing something truly scary: the idea that someone he loves might die. When Alvin's GungGung loses his best friend, Alvin (gulp) volunteers to go with him to the funeral.
A humorous...
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2013
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English
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Alvin becomes a big brother in the fifth book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, has started to notice his mother getting bigger . . . and bigger. Alvin's sure it's all the mochi cakes she's been eating, but it turns out she's pregnant! There...
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, has started to notice his mother getting bigger . . . and bigger. Alvin's sure it's all the mochi cakes she's been eating, but it turns out she's pregnant! There...
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2010
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English
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There's nothing scarier than a birthday party in the third book in a hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
Alvin Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain:
• You might be dressed for bowling . . ....
Alvin Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain:
• You might be dressed for bowling . . ....
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Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
2014
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English
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Alvin and his family visit China in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who’s afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new level—or should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvin’s anxiety is...
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who’s afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new level—or should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvin’s anxiety is...
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Wiley
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
"An indispensable guide for living a full life with food allergies--from an Allergic Girl who lives it Millions of Americans concerned about adverse reactions to food are seeking the advice of medical professionals and receiving a diagnosis of food allergies. Allergic Girl Sloane Miller, a leading authority on food allergies, has been allergic since childhood. She now lives a full, enjoyable, symptom-free life full of dining out, dating, attending...
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Alvin Ho ; 5
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English
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When fearful seven-year-old Alvin Ho learns that his mother is expecting a baby, he develops a sympathetic pregnancy--adding to his worry about the burglar who is targeting Concord, Massachusetts.
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Alvin Ho ; 3
Publisher
Schwartz & Wade Books
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
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When second-grader Alvin Ho is invited to a birthday party given by a girl, his fear of everything causes him to dread going.
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Alvin Ho ; 4
Publisher
Schwartz & Wade
Pub. Date
2011.
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English
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A fearful second grader in Concord, Massachusetts, learns about death when his grandfather's best friend passes away and he offers to accompany his grandfather to the funeral.
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Berkley Prime Crime
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
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When one of her Gourmet-De-Lite clients with a severe peanut allergy drops dead after eating one of her calorie-conscious signature dishes, and traces of peanut oil are found in the food, diet caterer Gigi Fitzgerald tries to salvage her reputation and business by tracking down the killer.
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Alvin Ho ; 6
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English
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Fearful seven-year-old Alvin Ho goes on a trip to China with his family.
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Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
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"Sometimes a person with an allergy might start itching or get a rash. Uh-oh, it's an emergency! Prepare young readers to empathetically understand and care for a friend with an allergic reaction. Learn what's happening, how to be a helper, and ways to keep your friend safe. A bright design and carefully crafted text takes fear out of emergencies to make them easier to understand"--
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Peanut allergies can be very serious. They're the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. There is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure. The only way to avoid a reaction is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn the potential severity of peanut allergies and the symptoms one might experience. Full-color images alert them to food packaging labels and the possibility of peanuts on...
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