The Prince's Armor

Keep your eyes open! Do not miss a clue! Find the culprit before it finds you! A detective story like no other - The Prince's Armor!

One day Little Prince finds out he suffers from a peanut allergy. Suddenly he has to learn about reactions, precautions and symptoms! He feels uncomfortable, perplexed, annoyed, frustrated and unhappy! He comes across terms like "cross-contamination" and "accidental exposure," words quite alien and scary-sounding!

What does all this mean? What should he do now? How can he keep himself safe while doing all the things he loves? He soon dons the cap of an active investigator and proactively collects information from his surroundings to find answers. Find out how Little Prince emerges strong and triumphant!

• The Prince's Armor juxtaposes engaging storytelling on the one hand, and objective analysis of practical scenarios in which children with a peanut allergy are likely to find themselves.


• Readers set out on an interactive journey of comprehension and understanding, learning to implement strategies for identifying the presence of peanuts in everyday situations.


• They learn to acknowledge and come to terms with the various challenging feelings of fear, apprehension, confusion, distress and frustration, when confronted with difficult dilemmas.


• They evaluate what they themselves can do to minimize chances of ingesting peanut allergens in community settings by making prudent and wise choices to ensure their own safety.

Complete with Foreword to Parents, Glossary, Checklist and extension activity ideas! Meant as a springboard for discussion and brainstorming strategies, The Prince's Armor invites parents to a shared reading experience with their children, be it independent or emerging readers!Recommended age: 6-12 years