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Milwaukee-area foster mom pens children's book

Posted at 8:07 AM, Aug 26, 2017
and last updated 2017-08-26 09:07:29-04

MILWAUKEE -- There are more than 2,000 children in foster care any given day in Milwaukee, and less than 600 foster homes.

A Milwaukee-area foster mom and nurse just wrote a book she hopes will resonate with every family about conquering your fears.

The new children's book just published out of Waukesha is called "Superhero Kid in Training" by Kate Dickinson.

She shared the challenges of being a foster mom inspired her to write a relatable story about overcoming the fear of riding a bike.

Dickinson also used her experience as a nurse who has seen children wrestle with complicated emotions.

If you would like to learn more about this book, click here.