Something feels off
Max loves a mystery, but this one begins with a clue inside his own body.
New children’s book Ages 4–8
Big allergy.
Brave little detective.
Alpha-gal can feel confusing. Max turns it into a mystery kids can understand, with questions they can ask, clues they can spot, and safe choices they can feel proud of.
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Case fileThe missing snack mystery
Kid-approved courage
- 4–8
- Ideal reader age
- 28
- Full-color pages
- Home + school
- Made for shared reading
- Bonus guide
- Practical help for adults
Open the case file
Meet Max and Inspector Tock
When familiar foods start making Max feel sick, he learns that being a food detective means listening to his body, asking good questions, and checking the clues.
A tiny helper appears
Inspector Tock helps Max turn a scary new diagnosis into a mission he can handle.
The clues add up
With a notebook, a safe-food list, and support from grown-ups, Max finds his confidence.
More than a story
Practice the skills kids need in real life.
- 1Name what feels wrong
Kids learn that body clues are worth sharing.
- 2Ask before eating
Simple language helps children speak up without feeling difficult.
- 3Look at labels together
Food detective work turns caution into a capable, shared routine.
- 4Focus on what is safe
The story makes room for good food, fun, and confidence—not just “no.”
Inside the book
A kid’s story with a grown-up section built in.
- Understanding AGS
- Food-list starting points
- Label-reading tips
- Learning tools
A careful place to begin
Clear basics for the grown-ups
Alpha-gal syndrome is a serious, potentially life-threatening allergy associated with tick bites. Reactions and individual tolerances can differ, so each child’s care plan should come from their own healthcare team.
CDC guide
What is alpha-gal syndrome?
Start with the basics: causes, diagnosis, and living with AGS.
CDC guide
Products that may contain alpha-gal
A practical overview of foods, ingredients, medicines, and other products.
CDC guide
Managing alpha-gal syndrome
Learn about avoidance, tick-bite prevention, and preparing for reactions.
KRAuthor • FNP
About the creator
Hi, I’m Kerri Rundstrom.
I’m a Family Nurse Practitioner and the author and illustrator of Max and the Moo Mystery.
Alpha-Gal 4 Kids is built around one simple goal: make a complicated diagnosis easier for children and grown-ups to talk about together. Here, information should feel careful, practical, and kid-sized—never cold or frightening.
Kerri
The case is open
Help your little food detective feel ready.
A warm, full-color story for newly diagnosed children, supportive families, classrooms, and libraries.
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