Books About Coping With Illness

The Best Coping With Illness Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about coping with illness? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 1 Favorite Books About Coping With Illness

Pitcher Pressure
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2009

Pitcher Pressure

A boy's game and his grandpa's life hang in the balance.

65 pages· 5,241 words· Est. 44 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 63 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Allen faces his toughest opponent, Hank "The Tank" Steele, in the most crucial baseball game of his life. But as he steps onto the field, his heart is with his grandpa, who is fighting for his life in the hospital. Can Allen channel his emotions into victory, or will the weight of the moment prove too much? With his grandpa's unwavering support in spirit, Allen must find the strength to overcome his fears and honor the man who never missed a game. The stakes have never been higher, both on and off the field.