Child Voices on When the World Closed
Children's Book Recommendations E.E. Thorgaard Children's Book Recommendations E.E. Thorgaard

Child Voices on When the World Closed

For us, children’s responses to the book When the World Closed are a better measure of success than any sales figures, donations made, awards given, or expert praise. We are humbled and grateful for the opportunity to share our story with the people who most needed to hear it, and are even more grateful for its positive reception. Helping children through this difficult time has given our work purpose and meaning. We hope to continue to do so as the world begins opening back up again.

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Children’s Book for Social-Emotional Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic, Now Available!

Children’s Book for Social-Emotional Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic, Now Available!

Childhood anxiety and mental health concerns are at an all-time high surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns.  Educators and parents continue to be overwhelmed by the pressing need to address ongoing challenges that young school-aged children are facing with changing routines, limited social interactions, and school closures.  When the World Closed was created to be a resource for these pressing needs, as a place to begin necessary conversations with children about the current times, and inspire social and emotional growth and resilience.

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