P is for Pandemic: Books to Help Kids Cope with COVID-19

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Adapting to change can be difficult, especially for kids living through uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic. But being introduced to the right book at the right time can calm fears and help children adjust to a new set of circumstances.

And The People Stayed Home by Kitty O'Meara

And The People Stayed Home by Kitty O'Meara

A thoughtful poem about the pandemic, quarantine, and the future. Also available as an e-book via Cloudlibrary.

The COVID-19 Virus by Grace Hansen

The COVID-19 Virus by Grace Hansen

Non-fiction book that explains the many new terms kids are hearing, and answers FAQs. 

Do Not Lick This Book* *It's Full Of Germs by Idan Ben-Barak

Do Not Lick This Book* *It's Full Of Germs by Idan Ben-Barak

An interactive introduction to the microscopic world.

Germs Are Not For Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick

Germs Are Not For Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick

Board book that teaches young children what they can do to prevent the spread of germs. 

The Great Realization by Tomos Roberts

The Great Realization by Tomos Roberts

Describes life before the Covid-19 pandemic, and the social and personal changes that followed.

 Heroes Wear Masks by Workshop Sesame

Heroes Wear Masks by Workshop Sesame

Elmo helps navigate the changing world amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 

 Our Heroes Of COVID-19 by Phil Riggs

Our Heroes Of COVID-19 by Phil Riggs

Joel and his grandpa enjoy a beautiful summer day and talk about local heroes. 

 

Pandemics For Babies by Chris Ferrie

Pandemics For Babies by Chris Ferrie

Simple explanation of the science behind pandemics in board book format. 

We Wear Masks by Marla Lesage

We Wear Masks by Marla Lesage

Wearing a mask to limit the spread of germs is an act of kindness.  Also available in French Chacun Son Masque.