Little Critter: My Trip to the Hospital (Little Critter)

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When Little Critter breaks his leg in a soccer game, he has to make his first trip to the hospital. Follow brave Little Critter as he rides in an ambulance, meets the doctor, and gets his first X-ray and his first cast.

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good book.......2006-08-20

this book shows how getting hurt isnt so scary after all.my son had me read it to him about 4 times the first day.hes 4.

Little Critter Braves a Hospital Trip.......2005-12-19

It's 2005 and the "Little Critter" series is still going strong. This very new release (as of the writing of this review), part of the "New Adventures of Mercer Mayer's Little Critter" series is written and illustrated by Mercer Mayer and deals with Little Critter taking a trip to the hospital following a sports injury.

Little Critter is playing soccer. He scores the tie-breaking, winning goal, but hurts his leg. The call comes out for an ambulance and Little Critter is taken to the hospital.

This is a great book that will show kids what a trip to the hospital is like and that it really isn't something to be too afraid of. The characters are anthropomrphic, but fairly representative of real-life. The illustrations are, as usual, detailed, with plenty of things to read and observe at the hospital that Little Critter visits.

This "Little Critter" book comes with five adhesive bandages, a sure hit with Little Critter's littlest fans.

Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult

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Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult

Manufacturer: Blackwell Publishing Limited
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0781759846

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Blackwell 's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult is a comprehensive, one-stop reference text on all things management related, from understanding the marketplace in which veterinarians practice, to appreciating hospital finances, to the nuts and bolts of marketing services for a veterinary practice. Topics are covered in a thorough but concise format and provide invaluable information for practice owners, administrators, associates and staff.Key Features:Follows the popular Five-Minute Veterinary Consult structured formatConsistency of presentation makes for easy information retrievalFocus is on practical rather than theoretical solutions for veterinary practice issuesProvides examples within relevant topics

Franklin Goes To The Hospital (Franklin)

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great to prepare a child for surgery
Nice for 3 year olds too
Excellent book!
FRANKLIN GOES TO THE HOSPITAL
Franklin Learns About the Hospital, and Bravery

Franklin Goes To The Hospital (Franklin)
Paulette Bourgeois
Manufacturer: Scholastic Paperbacks
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0439083702

Book Description

Franklin's shell has cracked, and he needs to be a brave turtle when it's time to go to the hospital.

Customer Reviews:

great to prepare a child for surgery.......2007-03-13

This book was a great help to prepare my 4 year old daughter for surgery. Once she was at the hospital, everything was known and already seen in the book and she had fun.. I highly recommend it to relieve the anxiety before a surgery

Nice for 3 year olds too.......2007-01-28

My son was going in for same day surgery, and this was a nice way to reiterate what we had already seen on our tour. The end part where the turtle is LEFT by his parents overnight probably can be omitted, but so can so many other things in books these days. Overall, a nice and non offending book, even for a family who doesn't normally use characters such as these in their normal book libary.

Excellent book!.......2007-01-09

I got this book for my child who was about to have surgery for the first time. It helped my child relate to what was going to be happening. I would definitely recommend this book

FRANKLIN GOES TO THE HOSPITAL.......2006-02-25

This book was great for my six year old preparing to go to the hospital.It was really important for him to realize that it is okay to be scared,that it is part of the whole experience,you just need to talk about it.

Franklin Learns About the Hospital, and Bravery.......2006-01-13

Kids love Franklin the turtle and so if they have to go the hospital, this book will really help.

Franklin's shell hurts when he's trying off after having a bath. He learns he'll have to have an operation. He shows his friends a book he got all about the hospital and all his friends think that he's very brave. But he worries that he might not be as brave as everyone thinks.

I think it's neat that this book teaches on two fronts --- both technical stuff about the hospital and also about courage and feelings.

Note that while this book has the names Paulette Bourgeois and Brenda Clark on the cover, an examination of the title page reveals that it is actually written by Sharon Jennings (who has also done many of the TV storybooks) with illustrations by Shelley Southern. It's still a neat book though.

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Great book
A sweet way to make doctors less scary
Too simple, no substance
Doctor Maisy

Doctor Maisy

Manufacturer: Candlewick
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0763616133
Release Date: 2001-08-06

Book Description

In DOCTOR MAISY, Maisy and Tallulah play hospital. Poor Panda is sick, but feels much better with Doctor Maisy in charge. When it’s Maisy’s turn to need help, Nurse Tallulah comes to the rescue!

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Great book.......2007-08-07

My 2-year-old daughter loves Maisy books, and this one is another great hit with her. She is now not afraid of the doctor after reading this book! Very cute.

A sweet way to make doctors less scary.......2007-01-17

It took me a while to warm to Maisy -- both the drawings and the language are incredibly simple -- but every kid I know just loves these books. I got this as part of a group of toys and books to prepare my son for his 2-year check-up, and while it may not be the most "informative," per se, it is certainly the one he likes best.

Too simple, no substance.......2004-04-09

I was disappointed and am reconsidering ever buying books online again! You can't really see what you are getting, and this is just too simple to be useful.

Doctor Maisy.......2002-01-10

If your child loves Maisy books as much as mine does, definitely add this one to your collection! Not only are the pictures colorful and inviting, but it also makes going to the doctor seem fun and exciting! Plus, it's always great to see Maisy and her friends playing different roles and doing fun things! Each page brings delight to my child's eyes!

The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist (First Time Books(R))

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Great, great book to read before taking a child to the dentist for the first time!
Wonderful!
More than excellent
Another great book!
my first bernstein bear book

The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist (First Time Books(R))
Stan Berenstain , and Jan Berenstain
Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0394848365
Release Date: 1981-10-12

Book Description

Sister Bear watches Dr. Bearson fill Brother Bear's small cavity. Then it's her turn in the chair to have a dangling baby tooth removed. An entertaining story for preschoolers of a cheerful and informative visit to a dentist.

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Great, great book to read before taking a child to the dentist for the first time!.......2005-12-30

Grab this book - this one should be in every library! It's a great hit at our house because in places, it's quite funny! Sister wakes up one morning with a loose tooth and thus, talks funny! The words are spelled as such so my little one gets quite the chuckle out of how sister says certain "s" words! Anyway, sister spends the entire day wiggling her loose tooth until it's time to take brother to the dentist for his checkup. The dentist finds that brother has a cavity and lets sister stand over the chair and watch while he fills brother's tooth. Brother does try to torment sister quite a bit about how the dentist is going to "yank our her loose tooth," so she is somewhat timid to get into the chair. However, she does and while she is busy asking questions and looking at the dentist's "yanker," the dentist feels her tooth in a cloth, wiggles it around and out it comes! Sister had no idea it even happened! She's pretty excited and thrilled about all of it and was very glad that brother was wrong about the yanker! She gets a dime from the tooth fairy and was very excited!

This book does an excellent job in describing what happens when you go to the dentist. It's great for getting rid of those little jitters and it really is accurate. Great job and I highly recommend it!

Wonderful!.......2005-12-15

The world lost a real gem of a writer when Stan Berenstain passed on November 29. Together, Berenstain and his wife, Jan, and eventually their two sons, created books featuring lovable but flawed characters who tackle just about every real issue that faces families.

Going to the dentist is something that most kids (and adults!) fear. And why not? It's invasive, uncomfortable, and sometimes painful to have someone poking around in your mouth with metal objects. However, it's necessary, and having a healthy attitude about it will promote lifelong oral health. This book is a great place to start if you're looking to help alleviate your child's fear about going to the dentist. It'll help open up a dialogue about your kid's fears and help you to explain why the dentist is so important. Wonderful!

More than excellent.......2004-06-10

This book helped me get through life and showed me the true path to spiritual enlightenment.

Another great book!.......2003-11-08

i love it,so does my son! he will be making his first trip to the dentist soon-ad at 29m old we need all the help we can get!

the only part that is questionable is how Sister gets her loose tooth pulled.It even gave me the willies!

my first bernstein bear book.......2003-10-16

I was 6 years old in 1989 when my mom bought me this book. I've been hooked ever since.

The Berenstain Bears Go to the Doctor (First Time Books(R))

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good doctor book
Wonderful!
Not All Doctors Are Bad.
Check-up
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The Berenstain Bears Go to the Doctor (First Time Books(R))
Stan Berenstain , and Jan Berenstain
Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0394848357
Release Date: 1981-10-12

Book Description

It's time for a routine check-up with Dr. Gert Grizzly. Sister Bear is brave about her booster shot, and Brother Bear is fine, but--achoo!--is that Papa Bear sneezing? "A light-hearted approach to the subject with straightforward information."--Appraisal.

Customer Reviews:

good doctor book.......2006-11-03

This book was the favorite book for my young children (now grown) when we
were preparing for doctor visits. It is still beloved by my retarded son
who is now 31, and I have bought many copies for him through the years. It
covers all the important topics: anticipation (dread), waiting room, routine
exams, and possible shots. All of this is with pictures and words.

Wonderful!.......2005-12-15

The world lost a real gem of a writer when Stan Berenstain passed on November 29. Together, Berenstain and his wife, Jan, and eventually their two sons, created books featuring lovable but flawed characters who tackle just about every real issue that faces families.

All kids have fears of the doctor, and why shouldn't they? Most doctor's visits for young kids involve lots of uncomfortable poking and prodding, and, more often than not, shots. Yikes! However, going to the doctor is still necessary, we all have to do it. This book will help open a dialogue to let your child discuss their fears, and let you discuss why visiting the doctor is so important. Kids will enjoy the gentle humor and honest portrayal of a doctor's visit (yep, Sister Bear has to get a shot!) and the consequences when you don't go to the doctor (Papa gets sick). A great conversation starter!

Not All Doctors Are Bad........2002-09-12

Most children are afraid of going to the doctor (well a lot of adults are, too, but for completely different reasons). When the word doctor is mentioned to kids images of needles, blood, bandages, and strange looking objects come to mind. Reading THE BERENSTAIN BEARS GO TO THE DOCTOR may help relieve some of the fears that children have when they know they are going to the doctor.

In the story, Brother and Sister Bear have to go to Dr. Gert Grizzly to have a checkup. Brother isn't too bothered by the whole thing, but Sister is a bit worried. The next day Sister is able to help out some frightened younger cubs while she is in the waiting room and sets an example for all the children to follow.

Overall, a delightful little book that helps relieve children's fears of going to the doctor and gives them a broader perspective about life.

Check-up.......2001-07-21

Its the cubs time for their first check-up. Sister is VERy nervous, but both of them are worried because they thing that they might get a shot.

It is a good book to read to your kids if they are going to be going for their first check-up or anytime.

Book review for The Berenstain Bears Go To The Doctor.......1999-12-02

The berenstain Bears Go To The Doctor is a great book.I especially like how it has the cubs (brother and sister) going to the doctor for a check-up. They ended up not finding anything wrong with them and getting a shot anyway so they don't get sick. It turns out that papa, whose convises them that he never gets sick, gets sick. This is a really good book and fun to read. I would recommend this book to anyone.

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Great Learning Book
I love this book
Sally Goes to the Vet
"Just Close Your Eyes and Think a Happy Thought"
Give this book to your vet!

Sally Goes to the Vet
Stephen Huneck
Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0810948133

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Sally helps young children realize a doctor's visit doesn't have to be "Ruff!"

Stephen Huneck's irrepressible canine star, Sally the Black Labrador, returns in an adventure unlike any of her previous trips to the beach, farm, and mountains. Any journey for a dog with a spirit like Sally's is sure to be filled with new sights, sounds, and smells and Sally is always to eager to explore-except when the road leads to the vet's office!

But the intrepid Sally quickly learns that a visit to the vet doesn't have to be scary. In fact, it's just one more opportunity to make new friends! Sally Goes to the Vet, featuring Huneck's warm and winsome woodcut illustrations, will reassure any young child whose pet is due for a visit to the doctor.

Praise for Stephen Huneck's books: The Dog Chapel "If you're not acquainted with Huneck, this is the perfect introduction." -Seattle Times Sally Goes to the Farm A Society of Illustrators Silver Award winner "Dog lovers and children will recognize fun when they see it." -Booklist Sally Goes to the Beach A New York Times best-seller A Parent's Choice Silver Award Winner Sally Goes to the Mountain Child Magazine Best Books A Smithsonian Notable Books

Customer Reviews:

Great Learning Book.......2007-06-01

I have a black lab that looks just like Sally. She is a therapy dog and goes to two elementary schools a week. The children that read to her love the Sally books. It is amazing the concern they have for Sally and their interest and questions about going to the vet.

I love this book.......2006-12-15

This book is great for kids or anyone who loves dogs, especially Labs!

Sally Goes to the Vet.......2006-07-10

Beautiful illustrations, fun story that will appeal to kids & adults alike

"Just Close Your Eyes and Think a Happy Thought".......2005-02-12

Sally tells this first-person (make that first-dog) tale of her trip to the vet in another Sally series winner from author/illustrator Stephen Huneck. Sally, who is perhaps a black lab mix, is bored inside the house, where the people's homework, urgent memos, passports, old socks, and underwear surround her. Thrilled by a weather change, she goes outside and plays chase with her buddy, tabby cat Bingo. She's so excited that she doesn't see a tree stump, and she falls over, hurt.

She's rushed to the vet ("The nurse explains that 'vet' is short for doctor of veterinary medicine."), where she receives an x-ray (shown to the reader, there are no apparent broken bones), eye, mouth, and stethoscope exams (great close-ups here), and--a shot in the butt! This latter concerns her. When told to think of a happy thought, we see her closed eyes imagining a strawberry ice cream cone! "It really works! I hardly feel a thing." While resting in front of a fireplace with her best pal Bingo, Sally relays her story and the doctor's advice about happy thoughts. In a nice touch, Bingo is shown lying on big Sal's back, thinking of her doggy pal. The book may help allay children's fears of vets, and perhaps of their own doctor visits. While imagining a happy thought may not be sufficient for a young boy or girl, the book at least suggests that there are ways to manage your fears.

The highlights are probably the colorful, glossy, woodcut illustrations, a superb mix of big bold colors and detailed patterns that suggest texture and depth. Huneck seems to enjoy this mode so much that he devotes an opening paragraph in the "artist's note" to an explanation of technique, as well as a grateful note to vets everywhere. This 30-page work is one of those big picture books with simple text that will please toddlers and early readers as well.

Give this book to your vet!.......2004-07-18

I loved the first three sally books, but this one really outdoes itself. Huneck's illustrations are worth framing and thew story lends itself so well to sharing with chilren who are taking their pet to the vet for the first time.

I read this to my daughter as we brought our pet bird in for a checkup and she felt much better. Then I showed it to my vet and he had never seen another book that does such a good job of allevating a child's fear.

Book Description

The youngest fans of Corduroy, one of the best-loved children's book characters for over forty years, will delight in these simple, sturdy board books-now available in a larger size with an updated, modern look.
In Corduroy Goes to the Doctor, Corduroy gets a check-up.

Customer Reviews:

Perfect to overcome your kids fear of the doctor!.......2007-04-02

My little 2 1/2 year old always cried and screamed when he would go to the doctor. Before his next appointment, we got this book and it made a huge difference. Everytime the doctor would check him, he would say "like Corduroy Daddy?" I would say yes and he would let the doctor do what she needed to do. This book is very cute and works very well.

Charmless, but potentially useful.......2007-01-17

It makes me a little sad to see how far Corduroy has fallen from those first amazing books... The illustrations are generic and kind of cheesy, and the text is pretty thoughtless -- when Corduroy gets weighed his doctor notes that he has "...gained a lot of pounds; too many cookies Corduroy," with the little bear looking downcast as he stands mostly naked on the scale. Let's hope our pediatricians treat weight issues with a little more sensitivity. Still, I'm forced to give this book 3 stars for the reasons the other reviewers stated: it gives a decent overview of what to expect at the doctor's, from getting undressed to getting a shot.

Corduroy Goes to the Doctor.......2000-05-02

This is an excellent book to prepare your child before going to the doctor. Many children are afraid of the unexpected. Being in the medical field, I find that children who are prepared beforehand do better. This book describes Corduroy's day at the doctor. It gives vivid pictures of him entering the office, being weighed, and having his throat and ears examined. It also shows the doctor listening to Corduroy's heart while giving him breathing instructions! At the end Corduroy gets a shot as the doctor explains, "We don't want you to get sick." My daughter (age 3) is great at the doctor's office and I really owe a lot to it to Corduroy! My daughter loves Corduroy!

A very helpful book.......1999-12-02

This short and simple book has been very helpful to me. My 1 year old son has to go to the doctor VERY OFTEN for ear infections. He seems to relate well to seeing what Corduroy does there, and we talk about when he does to the doctor and they do those things. I think it would be helpful to explain to children who don't have to go often as well, in knowing what to expect. The pictures are great, and the words are simple and to the point for young children.

Curious George Goes to the Hospital (Curious George)

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Cute book...
Going to the hospital
Wonderful Memories
cute book, about 3.5 stars
becoming a classic for my family

Curious George Goes to the Hospital (Curious George)
H. A. Rey , and Margret Rey
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0395070627

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Description: Readers learn all about the hospital as George goes in for an operation to remove a puzzle piece he has eaten. Reviews: From Kirkus Reviews "While beginning readers are convinced that they are enjoying themselves with George, their supervising adults are equally sure that they are learning something. Both are absolutely right."

Customer Reviews:

Cute book..........2007-08-07

My nephew will love this - flipping through it, it seems to be a cute story!

Going to the hospital.......2007-07-13

When I was a kid I spent some time in the hospital. One of those times was a tonsillectomy and I got this book... so when my best friends daughter had to get a tonsillectomy, I said, she needs this book! It was great! Kept her calm well they waited for the sugery to begin...Because, if George can do it, anyone can!

Wonderful Memories.......2007-05-13

Wonderful book! Brought back many memories when my Mom read it to me - now I am sharing it with my kids!! Recommend for anyone of any age!!

cute book, about 3.5 stars.......2005-12-31

I remember loving the illustrations in the book and liking the story

but shortly after I got very paranoid. I thought that if I accidentally swallowed a piece of hair or something I would have to get surgery and go to a hospital and one time when I came down with the flu bug I started freaking out and didn't want to go at all

I guess much of it is unrealistically written but for its time it was an interesting book

becoming a classic for my family.......2005-09-09

This story helps ease the worry of an upcoming hospital experience. My mother used it prior to my surgery as a child. Fortunately I haven't had a similar need with my own children, but both of them have enjoyed this book and we've read it a number of times over the last few years...and days. I actually just bought this copy because my previous copy was all worn out! The only negative to the story is that it's a little 'behind the times' in some of the details (ie. a record player, children's ward in the hospital), but this certainly doesn't seem to negate children enjoying it.

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Cliff Visits The Hospital
CLIFFORD VISITS THE HOSPITAL
Makes children's hospital visits easier
Children's tale
A fun loving childrens book.

Clifford Visits The Hospital

Manufacturer: Scholastic Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 043914096X

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Cliff Visits The Hospital.......2007-01-24

While this is a cute story, I think it would do almost nothing to actually prepare a child for what it is like to visit or stay in the hospital. It might be okay for preparation to visit someone in the hospital, but definitely not if you're trying to explain to your child what THEIR hospital stay will be like. There are much better books out there for that purpose.

CLIFFORD VISITS THE HOSPITAL.......2006-02-25

Cute book,if you are preparing for a hospital visit and have other more informative books,this is a good one to purchase just for a light read-but still keeping with the subject you want your child to be prepped for.

Makes children's hospital visits easier.......2002-12-18

If you have a child who is apprehensive about going to the hospital, this is a good book. It teaches children about how a hospital functions and why we need it.

Children's tale.......2001-02-12

My little neighbor used to hate going to the doctor's but when I went to babysit her, and read her this book, she exclaimed that she wanted to go there more. I truly am touched by the fact that she wanted to go then. I reccomend this book to little kids because they are normally the most afraid of going to the mean old doctor's office. "Enchanting"

A fun loving childrens book........2001-02-12

My brother used to hate visting the docter, and now after he has read the book he can't wait to go and see him again. This book helps little children like me go to the docter with no worries and know that it is for our own good. I recomemd this book to every little kid from a toddler to bigger kids.

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