{"product_id":"bracket-buddies-nathan-wu-9781967513031","title":"Bracket Buddies: Lily's Smile Adventure: Your Guide to Braces, Buddies and Bravery!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBracket Buddies: Lily's Smile Adventure\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartwarming, empowering, and delightfully illustrated chapter book for children (and parents) ages 6-10 navigating the brave new world of braces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet Lily-an inquisitive, science-loving girl whose journey to a healthier smile begins with a case of the jitters and a very cuddly hippo named Mochi. From her first visit to the orthodontist and a curious palate expander, to headgear mishaps, food detective missions, and a triumphant braces reveal, Lily discovers that facing her fears leads to unexpected friendships, newfound confidence, and a galaxy of reasons to smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold with humor, warmth, and kid-friendly science metaphors, this book is more than a story-it's a guide, a pep talk, and a hug for every child starting their own orthodontic adventure. With vivid 3D-style illustrations in a whimsical-realistic world, \u003ci\u003eBracket Buddies\u003c\/i\u003e turns metal and wires into magic and wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for families preparing for orthodontic treatment, this inspiring story helps children feel seen, supported, and excited about their smile journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat this book covers: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to expect at your \u003cb\u003efirst orthodontist visit\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow \u003cb\u003epalate expanders\u003c\/b\u003e work-and what they feel like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe truth about \u003cb\u003ebraces\u003c\/b\u003e-from color bands to archwires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacing fears of \u003cb\u003eextractions\u003c\/b\u003e with courage and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for \u003cb\u003ecaring for your mouth\u003c\/b\u003e (and dealing with speech changes!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking peace with \u003cb\u003eheadgear\u003c\/b\u003e-and personalizing the experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecoming a \u003cb\u003eFloss Boss\u003c\/b\u003e with dental hygiene routines and tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigating foods as a \u003cb\u003eBracket Bandit Detective\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding confidence, resilience, and a sense of \u003cb\u003eTeam Smile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThemes: \u003c\/b\u003e Bravery, friendship, STEM curiosity, emotional resilience, and self-confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Nathan Wu\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1967513031\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781967513031\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Village Center Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/23\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 74\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.24lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.15d","brand":"Nathan Wu","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48014111113471,"sku":"9781967513031","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9037a461-fc0a-4eb1-980e-148f25201f6b.jpg?v=1767746795","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/bracket-buddies-nathan-wu-9781967513031","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}