Educators, parents, and mental health counselors agree
, this uplifting and engaging story captures the child's perspective of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic with the emotional depth and hope kids need and deserve.
When the World Closed empowers children aged 5-9 years to navigate their feelings and reignite their imaginations during the coronavirus pandemic shutdowns, lockdowns, and quarantines. Written to encourage social and emotional development and resilience, When the World Closed is supported by current psychological evidence and educational best practices.
For every five copies of this book purchased, another copy is
donated
to a school, library, or care center in need.
Parents, educators, and caregivers are encouraged to use this story as a starting point for positive conversations with their children about the changes they are facing during these unprecedented times.
When the World Closed...something magical opened!
What have YOU done since the world closed?
After doing a lot of nothing fun, Finley and Tate built an ordinary blanket fort. Once inside the fort, their day became anything but ordinary! Soon, they were whisked away on an inspiring adventure that helped them feel less alone even though they were stuck at home.