The pandemic is confusing for young children. I was thrilled to see a newly published children’s book that helps families cope with the unprecedented time of loss, frustration, and hope. Learn more about this wonderful book and be sure to enter the giveaway.
Guest Blogger, Tara Fass, and Judith Proffer.
When Covid-19 traveled the globe, we were prompted to stay home, wash our hands frequently, socially distance, and wear masks to remain safe and help the helpers. For children who don’t yet grasp the concept of time and haven’t weathered enough life to understand the art of endurance, it’s been a particularly complicated and sometimes trying time.
When We Stayed Home looks at one young boy’s pandemic journey and through colorful illustrations and heartfelt prose we see how he has used his trusty imagination and childlike creativity to navigate the trials of staying home day after day, becoming a super-helper in the process while missing family, friends, school and the “normal” life he once knew. From decorating adorable toilet paper-shaped sugar cookies, building forts, painting, and doing puzzles to frequent screen dates and dance parties with family and friends, young children will relate to his joys and sadnesses and how they too found connection and even serene moments of happiness while isolating. The book will comfort, entertain, and stir conversation about feelings and experiences the youngest stay-at-homers have experienced during these improbable times.
Get your copy today on Amazon
Author Bio
Written by Tara Fass, LMFT, and Judith A. Proffer, the book was inspired by Proffer’s five-year-old nephew, who continued to find big moments of mirth in-home, nature, adventures, and activities while at times tearfully longing for the virus to go far, far away. Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist Fass has worked with families during the pandemic to navigate its bumpy road with tools, optimism, and hope.
We will be giving away a copy of When We Stayed Home to one lucky winner.
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Good luck, the winner will be chosen by 9/27/20.
