Info Posters

6 posters5 quizzesWritten for ages 7–11

Our info posters are friendly, carefully-checked guides that help kids ages 7–11 understand diseases and disorders. Each one turns a big medical topic into something clear and kind, so younger readers can trade fear and stigma for curiosity and empathy.

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  • Info poster about bipolar disorder: what causes it, who can have it, what life with bipolar disorder is like, and how we can helpView full poster

    Bipolar Disorder

    Mental Health

    Bipolar disorder causes big changes in a person's mood and energy, from very high, excited times to very low, sad times. With care from doctors and support from family and friends, people with bipolar disorder live full, happy lives.

    Take the Bipolar Disorder quiz

    Infographic by Ridah Mannat

  • Info poster about cystic fibrosis: cause, effects, treatments and medications, life expectancy, and how you can helpView full poster

    Cystic Fibrosis

    Genetic

    Cystic fibrosis is a condition someone is born with that makes the body create thick, sticky mucus, which can make breathing and digesting food harder. Doctors, medicines, and daily routines help people with CF stay healthy and active.

    Take the Cystic Fibrosis quiz

    Infographic by Aditi Jain

  • Info poster about epilepsy: what causes it, what seizures look like, what to do if someone near you has a seizure, and how to be kindView full poster

    Epilepsy

    Neurological

    Epilepsy is a condition of the brain that can cause seizures, short times when the brain's signals get mixed up. Many kids and adults with epilepsy manage it well with medicine, and knowing how to help during a seizure keeps everyone safe.

    Take the Epilepsy quiz

    Infographic by Jolina Jian

  • Info poster about Fragile X syndrome: what causes it, symptoms, who is affected, and how we can helpView full poster

    Fragile X Syndrome

    Genetic

    Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect how a person learns, talks, and interacts with others. Everyone's experience is different, and patience, kindness, and support help people with Fragile X thrive.

    Take the Fragile X Syndrome quiz

    Infographic by Aditi Jain

  • Info poster about osteogenesis imperfecta: what causes it, who can have it, what life with OI is like, and how we can helpView full poster

    Osteogenesis Imperfecta

    Genetic

    Osteogenesis imperfecta, sometimes called 'brittle bone disease,' is a condition where a person's bones can break more easily than usual. With careful support and gentle activity, people with OI do the things they love.

    Take the Osteogenesis Imperfecta quiz

    Infographic by Jolina Jian

  • Info poster about sickle cell anemia: cause, what happens in the body, treatment, and how we can helpView full poster

    Sickle Cell Anemia

    Blood

    Sickle cell anemia is a condition that changes the shape of red blood cells, the tiny cells that carry oxygen around the body, into a curved 'sickle' shape. Doctors help people with sickle cell stay healthy, and researchers are working hard on new treatments.

    Quiz coming soon

    Infographic by Aarini Parikh

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Read a poster, then check what you remember. Answers are marked on this page, nothing is sent anywhere, and you can retake a quiz as many times as you like.

  • Bipolar Disorder

    Quiz by Ridah Mannat

    1. 1. If someone you know has bipolar disorder, what is a good way to be a good friend?
    2. 2. What can help someone with bipolar disorder stay healthy and feel better?
    3. 3. When someone has bipolar disorder, what might they feel sometimes?

    3 questions left.

  • Cystic Fibrosis

    Quiz by Aditi Jain

    1. 1. What type of mutation causes Cystic Fibrosis?
    2. 2. What is a common symptom of this disease?
    3. 3. What can you do to support people with Cystic Fibrosis?

    3 questions left.

  • Epilepsy

    Quiz by Jolina Jian

    1. 1. What is epilepsy?
    2. 2. What might happen during a seizure?
    3. 3. What should you do if someone has a seizure?

    3 questions left.

  • Fragile X Syndrome

    Quiz by Aditi Jain

    1. 1. Who does this disorder affect?
    2. 2. What is a common direct symptom of this disease?
    3. 3. What can you do to support people with Fragile X Syndrome?

    3 questions left.

  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta

    Quiz by Jolina Jian

    1. 1. What part of the body does OI affect the most?
    2. 2. What causes Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)?

    2 questions left.

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