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The “Dick and Dawn—Better Health is Better Fun” series is created by Dr. Terry L. Whipple, an orthopedic surgeon who loves teaching kids about health in an approachable way. In “Broken Bones,” one of the books in the series, children discover what happens when bones break and how they heal. With playful storytelling and real-life lessons, this series makes health easy to understand and rewarding for kids to explore.
About The Author
Terry L. Whipple MD
Dr. Terry L. Whipple is an orthopedic surgeon who has worked with many children and adults over the years. He loves teaching kids about how their bodies work and how they can take good care of themselves. He believes that when children understand their health, they grow up stronger, happier, and more confident.
Dr. Whipple knows that learning should be fun. That’s why he created the ‘Dick and Dawn Better Health is Better Fun’ series. These books follow the adventures of two best friends, Dick and Dawn, as they learn about health in everyday life. The stories are easy to read and full of fun pictures. Each book helps children understand something important about their health in a simple and friendly way.
About The Book
Broken Bones
“Broken Bones” is a lively and helpful story that teaches children about bones, how they break, and how they heal. The book is part of the “Dick and Dawn—Better Health is Better Fun” series, which follows two close friends, Dick and Dawn, as they learn about health through everyday experiences.
In this story, the class takes a trip to a science museum where Dick and Dawn see dinosaur skeletons and learn about the human body. Later, while playing baseball, Dick hurts his ankle and finds out he has a broken bone. He visits the hospital, gets a cast, and learns how to use crutches with help from a kind physical therapist.
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Broken Bones
Watch the adventure come to life in the “Broken Bones” video trailer. Get a glimpse of Dick and Dawn’s story and see how this colorful, inviting book helps kids understand health in a fun and easy way.
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What Happens When a Bone Breaks?
Most kids spend their afternoons thinking about games, friends, or what snack is waiting at home. Dick was no different.
A Museum Full of Surprises
When Dick first heard his class was going to a science museum, he had no idea what to expect. He imagined strange displays
Testimonial
What Clients Says
See what parents, teachers, and young readers are saying about “Broken Bones.” These kind words show how the book is helping kids learn about health in a clear, positive, and memorable way.
My 7-year-old son broke his arm last year and was scared of the hospital. After reading ‘Broken Bones’, he said, ‘That’s just like me!’ It helped him feel brave and understand what was happening. We’re so thankful for this book. Highly recommended.
I read ‘Broken Bones’ to my second-grade class during health week. The kids were glued to every page. They asked so many smart questions afterward. It made talking about health and the body so easy and natural.
My daughter loves dinosaurs, so she picked this book right away. What surprised me was how much she learned about bones and being careful with her body. Now she wants to be a doctor when she grows up!
The Dick and Dawn series makes health fun and real for kids. Every book feels like an adventure, but there’s always something meaningful behind it. As a parent, I really appreciate that. Would definitely recommend.
Finally, a great series of books that doesn’t feel like a lecture. The story is fun, the pictures are bright, and the message is essential. It’s hard to find books that teach and entertain and educate kids like this one does.
My son keeps asking to read ‘Broken Bones’ at bedtime. He loves Dick and Dawn and keeps pointing out what he’s learned about the body. It’s more than just a story to him; it has actually become part of how he thinks about staying healthy. Recommend.
Dick and Dawn feel like real friends to the kids in my library. The stories are sweet, simple, and full of kindness. I always recommend this series to parents looking for books that actually teach something important.
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What Clients Says
Hear what parents, teachers, and young readers are saying about ‘Broken Bones’. These kind words show how the book is helping children learn about health in a fun, simple, and meaningful way that they can truly enjoy and understand.
Broken Bones turns a childhood injury into an engaging story about curiosity, courage, and recovery. Dick's journey from the baseball field to the hospital keeps young readers invested while introducing them to the fascinating world of bones and healing. It is educational, entertaining, and full of heart.
More than a story about a broken ankle, Broken Bones shows how unexpected challenges can become opportunities to learn. Through Dick and Dawn's adventures, children discover the importance of health, resilience, and asking questions about the world around them. A fun and meaningful read for young minds.
Terry L. Whipple combines adventure, friendship, and science in a way that feels natural and engaging. Broken Bones captures the excitement of discovery while helping children understand their bodies and how they heal. An enjoyable story that leaves readers both informed and inspired.