Gabby is 7 years old, she was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus erythematosus and i want to write a childrens book trying to explain the disease to her in simple terms, how the disease works and what are the triggers so she can avoid them but explain it in terms of a kid at 7 years of age would understand, her triggers are usually the sun, infections and stress, her symptoms are usually pain in her tummy, blood clots and bruising in her hands and feet, recently she had a chest infection that got really bad she had to be in ICU where the doctors had to "turn off" her immune system because it was attacking her heart, kidneys, lungs and brain, she had to be sedated (like sleeping beauty) so she can be intibated and treated with steroids and antibiotics, the story should be like an adventure and not scary, she can be a detective in the story trying to get to know her disease and this is part 1 

Detective Gabby and the Mystery of the Lupus Puzzle

Gabby sitting at a desk, looking curiously at a shiny, colorful puzzle piece. Zoom, a sparkly magnifying glass, is nearby.

Once upon a time, in a sunny little town, there lived a curious girl named Gabby. Gabby loved solving mysteries with her best friend, Zoom, a sparkly magnifying glass. One day, Gabby noticed a puzzle piece on her desk that she had never seen before. It was shiny and colorful, but it seemed to be missing from a bigger picture. Gabby decided it was time to investigate this mysterious puzzle!

The Mysterious Puzzle

Gabby holding Zoom, examining a colorful puzzle piece with interest. A whispering Zoom with a sparkle effect.

Gabby picked up Zoom and looked closely at the puzzle piece. Zoom whispered, 'This is a special piece, Gabby. It's part of the Lupus Puzzle!' Gabby was intrigued and asked Zoom what Lupus was. Zoom explained, 'Lupus is like a tricky puzzle inside you. It sometimes makes your body feel different.' Gabby was excited to learn more about this mysterious puzzle.

Zoom's Secret

Gabby wearing a hat and applying sunscreen in a sunny park. Zoom is beside her, sparkling.

Gabby and Zoom set off on their adventure to find more Lupus puzzle pieces. Their first stop was the sunny park, but Gabby felt a little dizzy. Zoom told her, 'The sun is one of Lupus's sneaky tricks. It can make you feel unwell.' Gabby realized she needed to wear her hat and sunscreen. She learned that protecting herself from the sun was important in solving the Lupus puzzle.

The Sneaky Sun

Gabby listening intently to a doctor in an office. Zoom is on the table, sparkling.

Next, Gabby and Zoom visited the doctor’s office to gather more clues. The doctor explained that infections could be another tricky part of Lupus. Gabby listened carefully and learned that washing her hands was like finding a key piece of the puzzle. She realized that staying healthy was an important part of her detective work. Gabby felt proud of her new discovery.

The Infection Clue

Gabby with a thoughtful expression, taking a deep breath. Zoom sparkles beside her.

Gabby felt a little worried about solving the Lupus puzzle. Zoom said, 'Stress can be another tricky piece, Gabby. But don't worry, we can solve it together!' Gabby took a deep breath and thought of happy things, like playing with her friends. She learned that staying calm was another important piece of the puzzle. Gabby felt more confident as she continued her adventure.

The Stressful Riddle

Gabby holding her tummy with a slight frown. Zoom sparkles nearby.

One day, Gabby felt a pain in her tummy. Zoom explained, 'This is another puzzle piece, Gabby. Sometimes Lupus can make your tummy hurt.' Gabby remembered what the doctor said about eating healthy foods. She decided to drink water and rest, knowing it would help her feel better. Gabby was learning how to put the Lupus puzzle together.

The Tummy Trouble

Gabby resting in a hospital bed with a peaceful expression. Zoom sparkles on a nearby table.

Gabby remembered a time when she had to rest a lot in the hospital. Zoom said, 'It was like being Sleeping Beauty, Gabby. The doctors helped your body rest so it could heal.' Gabby thought of it as a special nap that made her stronger. She realized that sometimes resting was the best way to solve the puzzle. Gabby knew she was getting closer to understanding Lupus.

The Big Sleep

Gabby smiling confidently with Zoom sparkling beside her. A collection of puzzle pieces in the background.

Gabby felt proud of all the pieces she had found. She knew Lupus was a tricky puzzle, but she was a great detective. With Zoom by her side, Gabby learned how to take care of herself. She discovered that even though Lupus was part of her, it didn't have to stop her from having adventures. Gabby smiled, knowing she could solve any mystery that came her way.