The Explaining series looks at a range of conditions, illnesses and disabilities that affect children and adults all over the world. The books explain why they occur, how they are diagnosed, how they affect people and how they can be treated. Explaining: Cerebral Palsy will help you understand what cerebral palsy is and how it affects people. Case studies illustrate what is like to live with cerebral palsy and how people with the condition manage it to live full and happy lives.

 

This book is part of a book series called Explaining .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Hachette Children's Group .

Sarah Levete has written many books for children on social issues.

This book has the following chapters: What is cerebral palsy? The causes of cerebral palsy Diagnosis Types of cerebral palsy Other effects of cerebral palsy Managing cerebral palsy Other support Technological support Communication How it feels Everyday life Being at school Cerebral palsy and the family Into adulthood Raising awareness The future Glossary Further information Index