The Prince’s Armor – A Peanut Allergy Awareness Story

By Koel M. Upadhyay

He is just like any other kid. And then one day, out of the blue, comes the surprising diagnosis. A serious peanut allergy! Suddenly his life turns upside-down, with a whole lot of restrictions! He feels anxious, confused and frustrated! Will he be able to keep himself safe while doing all the things he loves?

Real-life strategies. Through the story of Little Prince.

A royal armor was exactly what he needed, he thought excitedly! Not an actual armor, of course! Rather an armor of ideas and strategies to wage war against his enemy,
The Peanut!

—- From The Back Cover

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Why read The Prince's Armor?

Putting together the information she gathered over the years about food allergies, her love of literature, and the instincts of a teacher, Upadhyay has conceived a children’s book that . . .

  • Explains the meanings of confusing terms like “cross-contamination” and “accidental exposure”
  • Evaluates real-life scenarios that children with a peanut allergy are likely to encounter
  • Explores the conflict of emotions and impulses that children with a food allergy face when confronted with difficult choices
  • Brainstorms strategies that teach allergic children what they themselves can do to ensure their own safety

Parenting a child with an anaphylactic allergy, Upadhyay has experienced the helplessness, frustrations and anxieties of many other parents faced with the challenges of a similar situation. This journey, inevitably, was meant to be the inspiration for her first published book. She feels compelled to share this story, so close to her heart, hoping not only to offer strategies and reinforcement for affected children and their families, but also to raise awareness and a deeper understanding in everyone else.

When Little Prince finds out he suffers from a peanut allergy, he is confused and afraid. But he does not give up. He decides to actively look for solutions.

  • Will he be able to find any answers?
  • Will he still be able to do all the things he loves?
  • Will he be able to keep himself safe?
  • Will he be able to put together his ideas and come up with a road-map?

        Read the book to find out!

 Little Prince is resourceful, resilient, creative, proactive and optimistic. He effectively takes charge of his allergy and minimizes the risks of reactions by taking logical precautions. He actively gathers information and expands his understanding. Here is a character who will surely inform, inspire and encourage all readers!