Brett Fox and Suzanne Stone on Educating Young Children About Cancer and the Importance of Caring for One Another
Brett Fox and Suzanne Stone, leaders in their respective organizations Hopecam and Livestrong, co-authored a first-of-its-kind children’s book, My Brave Friend: Emma and Noah Face Cancer Together, for children in kindergarten through second grade. During these formative ages, this book will help teachers and other leaders lessen the fear surrounding cancer and introduce the effects of personal isolation and important qualities of empathy and supporting each other during difficult times.
“For 5-8 year olds, school is their job, a place to be with friends, have a good time and learn. Isolation from this can turn a child’s world upside down. Hopecam’s goal is to keep children with cancer connected and engaged with their classmates during their time away from school.”
“We want the lessons delivered in My Brave Friend: Emma and Noah Face Cancer Together to be discussed with children wherever they spend time. They will learn about cancer and the support
of friendship.”
