Cancer in Children's Picturebooks: Examining Quality of Text, Accuracy of Representation and Children's Responses to Specific Texts
Overview

This presentation describes a research study which combined a content analysis of children’s picturebooks featuring main characters with cancer with semi-structured interviews of children in active cancer treatment. Findings shared will highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the books, suggestions for improvement, and how to choose books to obtain meaningful reader responses. Session participants will also gain insight into the lived experiences of children with cancer, and the benefits of prioritizing children’s voices in childhood cancer research.

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KATIE DOERING, PHD, MA, BED, SPECIAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto

Katie Doering started her career in education at Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto by establishing an in-house private school for patients and siblings. She currently serves as the Principal of this school, working with her team to ensure a learning environment that facilitates the academic, social and emotional success of her Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. Katie’s passion to improve the educational outcomes and overall quality of life of children with medical needs led her to complete a Master’s degree and PhD in Education at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on the opportunities and resources available to children with medical needs, and how these elements impact their lived experiences.

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