Hero Helpers

Hero Helper Dex is a toy pushing boundaries for young children supporting educational and emotional development regarding medical conditions through play. The toy focused upon type 1 diabetes incorporates a luxurious plush, a functional and interactive injection pen, an accessory and a story and quiz book. Dex is a character like no other; providing a learning journey for children to experience locating injection sites correctly via an interactive injection pen which lights when the correct spot is found. Made from a luxurious, plush fabric, Dex is tactically therapeutic and comforting. Dex’s soft toy stuffing, movable arms and legs, perfect size for comfort add to the weighted embrace of this toy. The yellow velvet of the injection patches and accessory bid to combat diabetic side effects of visual deterioration. The storybook brings Hero Helper Dex to life through vivid illustrations, conversations and quizzes; educating and challenging the reader about their understanding of the pressing issue of type 1 diabetes, through a fun rhythmic narrative. Dex is not only an educational toy, but a supportive friend for all. Dex encourages young children to understand and manage life with diabetes in a child friendly way, providing children hope that they are true heroes.