Find recommended children’s books that focus on a variety of topics such as healthcare, social-emotional well-being, diversity and inclusion.

Play and recreation can be therapeutic by giving children the opportunity to explore, express and process their healthcare experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment.

Learn about the reactions siblings may have when a brother or a sister is in the hospital and what caregivers can do to help the family cope.

Learn about medical play and its therapeutic benefits for hospitalized children. Find links to age-specific information.

Find information on how to prepare your child for hospitalization and how the child life staff at CHOP can help.

Find strategies to help your child, and family, cope with medical procedures, which can be stressful.

This child-friendly video cartoon can help prepare your child for getting an MRI. Learn about what an MRI machine looks like, the MRI noise, and how the MRI scan works.

An MRI mock scanner simulates the real MRI experience, including the noises the camera makes throughout the scan. It is a useful tool to see how your child will handle the MRI.

Going to the doctor’s office can be an overwhelming experience for children and caregivers. This guide provides suggestions and resources to help create positive experiences.

Like adults, children deserve honest answers about their healthcare. Consider teaching your child — before their appointment — about why immunizations are important. Find tips to help prepare your child for their immunizations.