Nia's Patches

Meet Nia, a bright and confident seven-year-old girl who loves to laugh, play, create, and dream. But Nia also lives with psoriasis- a skin condition that can sometimes leave her feeling itchy, uncomfortable, and a little different from the other kids around her.

Through gentle rhyme and a reassuring story, Nia's Skin Has Something to Say helps children understand what psoriasis is, why it happens, and most importantly, that it is not contagious and is never something to be ashamed of.

As Nia learns how to care for her skin, talk about her feelings, answer questions from friends, and ask for help when she needs it, young readers discover an important message: a medical condition may be part of your story, but it does not define who you are.

Written by board-certified nurse practitioner Kelly Fairbanks, NP-C, this children's book combines an engaging story with age-appropriate medical education to help young readers better understand psoriasis while encouraging compassion, confidence, and acceptance.

Perfect for young children, families, classrooms, school nurses, pediatric offices, and dermatology practices, this book encourages understanding, empathy, confidence, and kindness toward children living with visible skin conditions.

Includes 10 kid-friendly questions and answers at the end of the book to help children explore and better understand psoriasis.

A thoughtful resource for helping children learn that every kind of skin deserves care, respect, and kindness.