To help families navigate this difficult time, we have compiled a few resources that may be useful in explaining the current situation to children.
Nosy Crow, a small publishing company based out of the UK, has created a free information book explaining the coronavirus to children. The book was illustrated by Axel Sheffler, illustrator of a very popular children's book called the Gruffalo, and was developed with input from Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. You can download the book in PDF format or read the book directly from their website.
Little Puddins is a blog and resource site run by Amanda Mc Guinness (The Autism Educator) a parent of children with special needs. Her printable handout Coronavirus Social Narrative is a helpful tool to for parents of children with autism.
You may also find some helpful books that can be downloaded from OverDrive. You will need a library card to access these books so if you don't already have one, you can apply for one on our website.
Germs are Not for Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick
This book is aimed at children ages 4-7 and teaches children what germs are, what they do, and why it is so important to keep them from spreading.
Tracking an Epidemic by Tamara B. Orr
This book tasks readers with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during the spread of an epidemic.
This book is geared towards older children and teens and explores epidemic and pandemic threats and approaches to disease detection, prevention, and surveillance.
Web Resources
PBS Kids has some great articles on their website. Here are two that might be of interest.
Talking to Kids About COVID-19 from Anxiety Canada.
Scholastic has some articles geared towards teachers and broken down by grade level.
Please let us know if you have any helpful resources that can be added to this site.
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