What Medicine Can Do

Illustrated by Alberto Lot
$11.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Rise x Penguin Workshop
On sale Nov 11, 2025 | 9798217052691
Age 3-5 years
Reading Level: Lexile 610L | Fountas & Pinnell O
Sales rights: World

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An accessible, informative, and humorous introduction to the power of medicine for young readers.

Uh-oh—Raccoon feels blerg and ick. Read along as he and his friends do symptoms checks, get examined, get diagnoses, and each, in turn, get the medicine they need. Readers will learn that medicine can make you feel more comfortable, help you heal, help prevent you from getting sick, and more. Written by nonfiction maven Gabrielle Balkan, and vetted by both a pediatrician and a nurse practitioner, this conversationally informative text incorporates comfort and humor, in partnership with Alberto Lot’s emotive, comical character art. A truly enjoyable read that will leave readers better equipped for their next germy experience!
"Prescribed for young readers: this clear and appealing introduction to medical encounters." —Kirkus

"Bright, playful, and genuinely informative, this book is an excellent resource for parents, educators, and caregivers to help children navigate wellness with confidence and curiosity." —Booklist

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An accessible, informative, and humorous introduction to the power of medicine for young readers.

Uh-oh—Raccoon feels blerg and ick. Read along as he and his friends do symptoms checks, get examined, get diagnoses, and each, in turn, get the medicine they need. Readers will learn that medicine can make you feel more comfortable, help you heal, help prevent you from getting sick, and more. Written by nonfiction maven Gabrielle Balkan, and vetted by both a pediatrician and a nurse practitioner, this conversationally informative text incorporates comfort and humor, in partnership with Alberto Lot’s emotive, comical character art. A truly enjoyable read that will leave readers better equipped for their next germy experience!

Praise

"Prescribed for young readers: this clear and appealing introduction to medical encounters." —Kirkus

"Bright, playful, and genuinely informative, this book is an excellent resource for parents, educators, and caregivers to help children navigate wellness with confidence and curiosity." —Booklist