With the UK most likely going into lock down again sometime soon, there will no doubt be quite a few children who will continue to be confused by all the goings on so a book about Covid, its implications and the precautions needed, plus a hearty thanks and some appreciation for health workers, etc. will come in handy for parents.
:Donna Marie, blogger and author says;Â I made available on my site for families with kids, educators, staff and their families and students hoping they stay safer by helping them comply, especially if they have to do in-person learning. They’re in 8.5 x 11 and 11 x 17 sizes to print for home or classroom; they show, in pictures, how to wear and handle masks properly, and thoroughly wash hands. This entire project is my contribution to helping children during this pandemic.
Approaching the new measures from a child’s point of view with all the emotional aspects, as well as explaining all about Covid and protecting oneself, the book also encourages family time and creativity, which helps to balance out and bring something positive into discussion.
The drawings are colourful and clear and will no doubt make it easier on parents to help their children understand the upheaval. There are also several different ethnicities and genders if you fancy tailoring a book specifically for a certain child.
For anyone who is interested in the book, or the various activities that can also be downloaded, you can check out the Pippin Pals site.
Thanks Ste. I’ve sent the link to my daughter who is a primary school teacher.
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That’s great news, not only will they help kids but the downloads will also be further reminders that can be stuck up on walls to encourage hand washing and such. Your support is appreciated.
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Everyone needs all the help they can get. This new enemy is insidious.
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Lyn, that makes me so happy! I hope she/they find use for it 😀 The downloads are good for classrooms, not just homes, I think 🙂
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Ste J, thank you SO much for reviewing the books and sharing them in such a special way here. Be well, everyone, and I hope some of you find use for the books and/or free downloads on the site 🙂
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It’s always good to support authors and fellow bloggers so getting involved with post is the least that I can do. Teaching children the ways to stay safe can also remind adults too, so it benefits everyone.
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Agreed! There are too many who don’t comply, but I doubt they would think these books and charts would be necessary anyway!
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Yes, these kinds of books can help kids make sense of what’s going on. Stay safe!
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I wonder if books like this will one day become a curiosity piece from the crazy year of 2020, or whether they will start to become the norm in the future. Either way educating in a fun way can’t be beaten, no matter the person’s age.
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I sincerely hope they do, Jan 🙂 Thanks!
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Thanks for the post, Ste J. Just doing your part as a good citizen to spread the word. I love it! Keep posting, we miss you when you’re away.
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I have lots that are half finished so will endeavour to keep on top of them, especially as I get distracted by the latest shiny thing that comes into my mind. I miss you guys when I don’t have time to come around and visit, too!
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Life is insanely busy and my Mom just broke her leg on Tuesday so that has been what’s going on here. She did fantastic with surgery yesterday and will be in rehab tomorrow. There’s just always something, it seems!
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You’re right, there is always something, I am glad the surgery went well though, that is something we can take heart in.
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Having babies does that to bloggers 😉
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I’m happy about this book, but OMG… what have we come to?
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It is a strange time indeed. I wish I could hiberate through it all.
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A world flipped on its back
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