It Belongs to the World: Frederick Banting and the Discovery of Insulin

“Persistence is a staple theme in picture books, but it’s a treat to read one that goes beyond ‘I did it!’ to ‘I did it for others.’“— Booklist”[It Belongs to the World] delivers an important message about generosity, compassion, and the far-reaching impact of one person’s dedication to the greater good. A perfect read for children with diabetes and their families.” — Beyond Type 1”A wonderful account of a young person’s tenacity and entrepreneurship, but also of a deep and heartwarming desire to help others.“— Former US Representative Marie Newman

Lisa Katzenberger penned the inspiring It Belongs to the World after her son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age seven. She is the author of several books for children, including National Regular Average Ordinary Day; It Will Be OK: A Story of Empathy, Kindness, and Friendship; and A Love Letter to My Library. Lisa lives near Chicago with her family in a hundred-year-old Victorian house with sloping floors and the tiniest bathroom you’ve ever seen.

Janina Gaudin (Miss Diabetes) is an Aotearoa New Zealand Samoan comic artist and illustrator who makes comics about life with type 1 diabetes. She has created illustrations and animations for the World Health Organization’s World Diabetes Day campaign. It Belongs to the World is her first book.