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15 Picture Books to Help Children Cope in the Coronavirus Pandemic

15 Picture Books to Help Children Cope in the Coronavirus Pandemic

Scroll down for some wonderful picture books that are great prompts for discussions about the coronavirus pandemic, key workers, lockdowns, social distancing and wearing masks.

Discussing the Coronavirus Pandemic

To get you started here is a free ebook, What is Covid-19 by Alexis Roumanis, that explains the virus in simple terms.

The recommended picture books were created by authors and illustrators to help educators and parents start discussions on the coronavirus pandemic and its effects.

I am sure some of you will recognise some titles, which are not directly related to the pandemic. However, I added these books as they focus on wellbeing and dealing with anxiety.

Coronavirus Pandemic Picture Books

And the People Stayed Home by Kitty O'Meara

A poem recounting the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdowns many people experienced. The words send a message of hope, optimism, and our connections with others and the earth.

The Garden of Hope by Isabel Otter

A young girl grieving the death of her mother, transforms a neglected garden into a place of beauty, love and hope.

The Great Realisation by Tomos Roberts

Tomos Roberts’ poem in response to the Covid-19 pandemic celebrates acts of kindness, key workers for their heroic endeavours and how people everywhere adapted to a new way of life. Promotes discussions on resilience, adaptability, hope and faces challenges.

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Here and Now by Julia Denos

Here and Now describes mindfulness techniques and encourages the reader to slow down and notice the world around them.

I am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness by Susan Verde

A boy struggles with feelings of anxiety. He takes a moment and a deep breath and notices a sense of peace. His mind calms down and he lets things go. Promotes self-management and a feeling of mindfulness and wellbeing.

Meditation is an Open Sky: Mindfulness for Kids by Whitney Stewart

In Meditation is an Open Sky, children will learn daily exercises to help them manage their stress and frustrations. They will discover how to find focus, feel calm and relax when feeling anxious.

One Hundred Steps: The Story of Captain Sir Tom Moore by Captain Tom Moore

Learn about the life of inspirational Captain Tom. During the pandemic, the then 99 year old walked 100 laps of his garden and raised millions of pounds for the NHS. Use to discuss the positive side of the global pandemic, determination and inspiration.

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Outside, Inside by Leuyen Pham

Celebrate essential workers and communities coming together in a book about the global pandemic. Suddenly, everyone was inside and the outside became quieter. Connect with the emotions felt by millions and how people became stronger.

The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld

Taylor struggles to cope with his emotions when something sad happens. The animals all try to help him in different ways but their help is not quite right for Taylor. It is only when the rabbit arrives and just listens that Taylor finds the best way to cope. Promotes compassion, empathy and emotions.

Ruby's Worry by Tom Percival

Ruby has a Worry. It wasn’t very big, but it stayed with her all day so she stopped doing the things she loved. She finds discussing her worry makes it gets smaller until it was almost gone. Though a Worry appears every now and again Ruby knows how to get rid of them. Ruby's Worry promotes adaptability, self-awareness, self-management and self-esteem.

Share Your Rainbow: 18 Artists Draw Their Hope for the Future by R. J. Palacio

R. J. Palacio introduces a book inspired by the rainbows seen in windows across the world during the global pandemic. 18 illustrators imagine what these rainbows represent, including kindness, hope, and making and keeping connections. Look out for hidden rainbows on each spread.

Sincerely, Emerson: A Girl, Her Letter, and the Helpers All Around Us by Emerson Weber

The true story of eleven-year-old Emerson Weber who wrote a thank you letter to her mail carrier, Doug. Promotes gratitude, hope, and the role key workers play in our everyday lives.

A Superhero Like You by Dr Ranj Singh

In this Covid-19 book, Lily wants to be a superhero, a hero who helps people. She meets the extraordinary people who help us every day, medical staff, educators, scientists, drivers and carers. Use to discuss life during a pandemic, kindness and love.

Thank You: A story celebrating key workers and the NHS by Joseph Coelho

Tatenda shows his gratitude for those who help him every day. A book inspired by the pandemic, the Thursday clap for the NHS and how we can show gratitude for key workers. Promotes gratitude, a sense of community, wellbeing, and hope.

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While We Can't Hug by Eoin McLaughlin

Best friends, Hedgehog and Tortoise, want to hug each other, but are not allowed. They find different ways to show their love for each other by waving, blowing kisses, singing, dancing and writing letters. Reinforces social distancing, empathy, friendship, and love.

Further Reading

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