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.
The Trauma that Remains: Healing after the Pandemic
The promise of a COVID-19 vaccine gives us a reason to get life back to “normal.” But life for many is not going to be "normal" again for a long time. Even if we all get vaccinated, WE will be different. Over the course of the pandemic, the world has faced a prolonged traumatic event, and that trauma changes our individual brains. When the pandemic ends, we must begin to heal together.
Recommended Reading: The best books for kids about the coronavirus pandemic
A descriptive list of the best children's books to help kids through the coronavirus pandemic, related shutdowns, and quarantine. From informational and educational to heartwarming and uplifting, there will be a picture book on this list for kids of all ages and stages.