Billy goes to BRAMS children’s book launches in Broome

The story of a young boy who visits Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service for a health check has been launched in a new children’s book, Billy goes to BRAMS.

Children and parents gathered at Broome Public Library on May 29 for the official book reading by BRAMS Kids Club educators Maxine Briggs and Kiara Malcolm, with early education worker Mystique Dia facilitating the event.

Written by Melanie Prewitt and illustrated by Maggie Prewitt, the book is the first resource developed for the BRAMS Kids Club, a membership-based program that gives children access to free activities and giveaways.

After the engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, children were taught about the importance of healthy habits and health checks, including demonstrations of how to brush their teeth.

BRAMS health promotion co-ordinator Liz Bakowski said the book has had a “great response” from the community so far. It aims to engage children about regular health checks even when people look and feel well.

“Health checks can pick up on small problems before they become big ones,” she said.

“Healthy kids are more likely to be healthy teenagers and adults. This book is so important to build a good relationship between children and BRAMS now and into their future.

Those who wish to be a member of the BRAMS Kids Club can sign up at bramskidsclub.com.au/resources/ and can get their own copy of Billy goes to BRAMS.