by Jeff Kinney
I found this at TJ Maxx, and had been curious to read it since I first heard of it. I have an Elementary Education degree and have always enjoyed reading children's books. This one was okay. Definitely something I can see the boys in the class enjoying. The cartoons added nicely to the read. Not one I would choose for all the kids, and not one I would read aloud. But something I'd keep on the shelves in the classroom, and pick out for the boys in the class that were struggling with a desire to read.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Book # 6: Ketogenic Diets
Treatments for Epilepsy and Other Disorders
by Eric H. Kossoff and others
Once again I'm stuck reading medical books to try to better understand my son and where we may end up. We've tried multiple drugs, but as of two weeks ago nothing was working. We are currently in a seizure free stretch, so I am hoping we might be done with all of this, but who knows. If seizures do start up again, then we will be going with the ketogenic diet as there are no real medicine options left. So expect a number of ketogenic diet books to be on here in the next month or so.
by Eric H. Kossoff and others
Once again I'm stuck reading medical books to try to better understand my son and where we may end up. We've tried multiple drugs, but as of two weeks ago nothing was working. We are currently in a seizure free stretch, so I am hoping we might be done with all of this, but who knows. If seizures do start up again, then we will be going with the ketogenic diet as there are no real medicine options left. So expect a number of ketogenic diet books to be on here in the next month or so.
Book # 5: The Help
by Kathryn Stockett
So I took a break from Bible reading when we went to the beach in June. I've been in a rut lately with reading in generally, and I thought switching topics might help. I've had a number of people recommend this book, and with the movie coming out in the fall, I thought I had better read it soon.
Overall, it was a good book. It kept my interest, and I was really intrigued in the topic. To be honest, I kind of wanted to read the actual book that Skeeter, one of the main characters, published instead. The ending also left me hanging a tad too much. I know it gave clues as to where they would end up, but a follow up chapter would have been nice. But I would recommend it.
So I took a break from Bible reading when we went to the beach in June. I've been in a rut lately with reading in generally, and I thought switching topics might help. I've had a number of people recommend this book, and with the movie coming out in the fall, I thought I had better read it soon.
Overall, it was a good book. It kept my interest, and I was really intrigued in the topic. To be honest, I kind of wanted to read the actual book that Skeeter, one of the main characters, published instead. The ending also left me hanging a tad too much. I know it gave clues as to where they would end up, but a follow up chapter would have been nice. But I would recommend it.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
The Bible update
Just for the record: I am reading the Orthodox Study Bible. It is actually longer than the Protestant or Catholic versions. I just started reading 1st Maccabee (page 600). I would highly recommend getting a copy as the book Tobit was amazing! It was a direct reference and comparison to Christ. It has left me puzzled as to why it is not included in all Bibles. The book of Judith was also intriguing, so I'd recommend that one as well.
Book # 4: Infantile Spasms
Diagnosis, Management, Prognosis
By James D. Frost Jr. and Richard A. Hrachovy
So the diagnosis of epilepsy for my son moved to infantile spasms about a month ago. As a reader my instinct was to purchase this $80 book for amazon and read it cover to cover as quick as possible. It's a textbook, thus the price. It was readable especially after having read the other epilepsy books. I will say that it is the ONLY recent book I've found online that talks anywhere indepth about infantile spasms. If your child is diagnosed, I highly recommend it. I know the neurologist seems shocked when he saw I had read it, but why wouldn't you want to know everything about the disorder your child has?
And I will say this: our son is doing way better after starting treatment. I will keep you posted on that.
By James D. Frost Jr. and Richard A. Hrachovy
So the diagnosis of epilepsy for my son moved to infantile spasms about a month ago. As a reader my instinct was to purchase this $80 book for amazon and read it cover to cover as quick as possible. It's a textbook, thus the price. It was readable especially after having read the other epilepsy books. I will say that it is the ONLY recent book I've found online that talks anywhere indepth about infantile spasms. If your child is diagnosed, I highly recommend it. I know the neurologist seems shocked when he saw I had read it, but why wouldn't you want to know everything about the disorder your child has?
And I will say this: our son is doing way better after starting treatment. I will keep you posted on that.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Book # 3: Epilepsy
by Simon Shorvon
From the Oxford Neurology Library
Absolutely amazing book! This book was written as a pocket reference for clinician who treat patients with epilepsy. It was more technical than the previous book I read about epilepsy, but it was amazing. It had all the information well organized, so I could find it quickly. It provided facts and avoided the emotional fluff of the book I've read designed for patients and families. If I ever have a need for another medical book, I will seek out this book series. I had to occasionally look up a word, but no more than in hard classical literature. Definitely would recommend it for anyone dealing with epilepsy.
From the Oxford Neurology Library
Absolutely amazing book! This book was written as a pocket reference for clinician who treat patients with epilepsy. It was more technical than the previous book I read about epilepsy, but it was amazing. It had all the information well organized, so I could find it quickly. It provided facts and avoided the emotional fluff of the book I've read designed for patients and families. If I ever have a need for another medical book, I will seek out this book series. I had to occasionally look up a word, but no more than in hard classical literature. Definitely would recommend it for anyone dealing with epilepsy.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Book # 2: Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide
by M.D. Orrin Devinsky
I know I said that I would read The Bible straight through first, and I am (almost through Numbers), but our seven month old son was recently diagnosed with Epilepsy, so my Bible reading was put on hold for some needed information.
I ordered four books on Amazon.com that were recommended (one that wasn't) by our neurologists office. This one was the most recently published, so I started here. It had a lot of general information, which is just what I needed at this point. I hope to read in more depth about brain function, epilepsy primarily in newborns, and specific types of seizures, so I will certainly be seeking more detailed books. For a crash course though, this was a good read and very informative. I'd recommend it to anyone faced with a new onset of epilepsy in their family.
I know I said that I would read The Bible straight through first, and I am (almost through Numbers), but our seven month old son was recently diagnosed with Epilepsy, so my Bible reading was put on hold for some needed information.
I ordered four books on Amazon.com that were recommended (one that wasn't) by our neurologists office. This one was the most recently published, so I started here. It had a lot of general information, which is just what I needed at this point. I hope to read in more depth about brain function, epilepsy primarily in newborns, and specific types of seizures, so I will certainly be seeking more detailed books. For a crash course though, this was a good read and very informative. I'd recommend it to anyone faced with a new onset of epilepsy in their family.
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