About the Book
When twelve-year-old Maya feels tired, thirsty, and out of energy, she never expects her life is about to change forever. A trip to the doctor reveals Type 1 diabetes—and suddenly, her days are filled with finger pricks, insulin shots, carb counting, and constant questions about what comes next.
But Maya isn’t facing this new world alone. With her energetic little brother Sam by her side, every challenge turns into an adventure. From superhero insulin and detective-style blood sugar logs to carb-counting games and high-tech continuous glucose monitors, Maya learns that diabetes doesn’t mean giving up soccer, birthday cake, or her biggest dreams.
Together, Maya and Sam become the Sugar Heroes—finding courage in scary moments, turning mistakes into learning opportunities, and discovering that diabetes can be managed with strength, knowledge, and teamwork.
This uplifting story blends heartwarming family moments with fun, easy-to-understand “Learning Moments” that explain the causes, care, and technology of Type 1 diabetes in kid-friendly language. It’s designed to:
Empower kids to see diabetes care as manageable and even fun
Support siblings and friends in understanding how to help
Equip families with real-life strategies for school, sports, parties, and emergencies
Showcase modern tools like insulin pens and CGMs as empowering superpowers, not limitations
Perfect for children newly diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes—and the families, classmates, and teachers who support them—Sugar Heroes: Maya & Sam’s Diabetes Adventure brings hope, encouragement, and practical wisdom to every page.
Inspiring and educational, this book reminds kids that they are never alone, and that even the toughest challenges can reveal hidden superpowers. With large, full color illustrations throughout.
About Sugar Heroes Sugar Heroes is a book series created to help kids understand and thrive with diabetes. Through relatable stories, playful adventures, and easy explanations, it transforms complex medical care into exciting lessons in courage, family teamwork, and resilience.