What is Cerebral Palsy?: A Simple Explanation of a Complex Diagnosis (Simply Complex Stories)

A simple explanation for the complex diagnosis of cerebral palsy (CP). Follow our little narrator, Effie, as she explores what CP is, why it happens, and how we can be more inclusive of disabilities in general. Disabilities are a normal part of life; let’s learn more to be better friends!

Written by a parent of a child with cerebral palsy (CP) and reviewed by pediatric neurologists, pediatricians, parents of children with CP, and adults with CP to ensure information is not only medically accurate but inclusive of the CP community.

“What is Cerebral Palsy?” is the third book by Simply Complex Stories. By presenting medical diagnoses and disabilities in a relatable but accurate way, Simply Complex Stories equips children with empathy and understanding, fostering a more inclusive world. Learn more at simplycomplexstories.com or by following along on Instagram at @simplycomplexstories

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0F1D6PYH4
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simply Complex Stories
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 12, 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 37 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8992734980
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.5 ounces
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 – 18 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.09 x 8.5 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Simply Complex Stories
Best Sellers Rank: #1,741,505 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #183 in Children with Disabilities #288 in Children’s Books on Physical Disabilities #1,719 in Children’s Books on Disabilities
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