My Daddy Has Epilepsy Children's Book

About the Book


ISBN(s): 1430309644

Publisher: lulu.com

Description:

Young and young-at-heart parents, unite! Author Stacey Chillemi and Illustrator Iacovos Kyriakides provide spectacular proof that children really understand more than you think. Illuminating the cartoon illustrations of confusion and fear that epilepsy can cause, this new edition of My Daddy Has Epilepsy uses lively, subversive illustrations to show how to understand what epilepsy is and what to do if someone is experiencing a seizure. This picture book is sure to elicit a clear understanding—and opportunity to eliminate children's fear of epilepsy—from all who read it. About the Author STACEY CHILLEMI is constantly tempted to help others with epilepsy and help their family on what it is, how to cope with it, how to get on with their lives, and more.

Table of contents:
"My Daddy Has Epilepsy," is children's story book with illustrations on each page. The author included extra pages on the back to write notes about any important factors about epilepsy. The author was motivated to write this book after she had a seizure with the kids (ages 7, 5, and 2 years) while walking the dog. Chillemi feels it is important for a child to understand what epilepsy is, not to fear epilepsy, and what to do if someone you love is having a seizure. This is what the book entails.

Author bio(s):
I am an H.O.P.E. Mentor, for the Epilepsy Foundation. I have spoken at different events for schools, organizations, political events, I spoke in front of Congress in Washington and anywhere my help is needed to educate people about epilepsy. I was on four talk shows. The interviews focused on the importance of understanding what epilepsy is, how to help someone having a seizure and giving people with epilepsy encouragement and hope for the future. I have been on radio stations discussing epilepsy and I have appeared in many newspapers all over New Jersey such as, The Leader, Belleville Post and the Star Ledger. In addition, on June 26, 2002, I was honored an award by the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey for Outstanding Volunteer Award. I have received awards in my achievements and certificates in recognition for outstanding efforts in trying to improve society. I have been an active participant in organizations and activities. I have written many published articles. I have appeared on talk shows and I had articles written about my efforts to help people with epilepsy.

My websites:
http://www.inspirationallivingonline.com
http://www.authorsden.com/staceydchillemi

Author comments:
All my life, I have worked very hard writing books, articles,stories, going to TV interviews, going to washington to talk in front of congress and doing seminairs to help others empower themselves. I refused to let epilepsy to take control over my life. I am determined to overcome any obstacle in my life caused by epilepsy. There is no reason to feel different from anyone else. You have the right to be happy, to live life to it's fullest and enjoy the beauty and love ones that surround us. I'll be honest I did not always feel life this, but I was not going to give up.

 

I was determined to help myself and help anyone who suffered from epilepsy or any disorder or disability. I interviewed over over 400 people with epilepsy. I created techniques, inspirational words to inspire your soul and much more. I even had one women email and she told me that if it was not for my books and my regiments she would have committed suicide. It brought tears to my eyes, but I am so happy that I can help others beside myself.