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Brave Kids features an extensive list of resources to aid in the understanding of the needs of children with cancer.

The National Cancer Institute offers a variety of information about cancer, including the latest research, statistics, and clinical trials.

Pediatric Oncology Resource Center discusses types of cancer, treatments, impact on learning, the roles of teachers and peers, and successful reentry tips.

Childhood Leukemia Center provides practical information to teachers about children with cancer reentering the classroom, including communication, schoolwork, contagious diseases, and the effect of treatments on learning.

Outlook: Life Beyond Childhood Cancer highlights the effects of cancer and treatments on school performance.

Onconurse.com is a fact sheet specifically concerning children with cancer and school. Information is provided about parental communication with schools, academics, reentry, and avoiding contagious diseases.