I Still Get to Be A Kid: Young Carer's Story

Nia is six. She makes the tea, finds the medicine, and keeps her voice soft so the house stays calm.Some mornings, Nia's mama can't get out of bed. On those days, Nia is very good at helping-quiet, careful, grown-up.She loves her mama with her whole heart.But sometimes Nia watches the other kids ride bikes, get muddy, and laugh outside and wonders if she still gets to be little, too.Then Mama reminds her of something important: You are the helper AND you are the kid. Both are true.I Still Get to Be a Kid is a tender picture book about a young carer learning that loving and helping someone doesn't mean giving up childhood.A gentle, reassuring story for children who help care for a parent or family member living with illness, disability, or chronic pain-and for any child who sometimes feels like they have to grow up too fast.Perfect for opening conversations about: - young carers and young caregivers - having a parent with chronic illness - big feelings and family responsibilities - balancing helping with play, rest, and childhood - reminding children that their needs matter, tooFor ages 4-8.A heartfelt reminder for every young helper: You can help carry the load and still get to be a kid.