Wellbeing Wednesday - My Hero is You
19 Jan 2022
Supporting Children to Understand Emotions
Following on from last week's book recommendation, this week's Wellbeing Wednesday has some more books for children to enjoy. Children naturally ask a lot of questions in order to make sense of something and learn more about it. The scale and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for adults to wrap their minds around, much less children. And for some, the pandemic continues to disrupt their education, recreation, and time with friends, family and teachers.
Here are some more great books for you to enjoy.
Have a good week.
Best wishes,
Mrs Getty.
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My Hero is You
https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/my-hero-you
In 2020, “My Hero is You: how kids can fight COVID-19!”, a story developed for and by children around the world, offered a way for children and parents to together think about the questions the pandemic raises. Designed to be read by a parent, caregiver or teacher alongside a child or a small group of children, the story was shaped by more than 1,700 children, parents, caregivers and teachers from around the world who took the time to share how they are coping with the impact of COVID-19.
A year later, “My Hero is You 2021: how kids can hope with COVID-19!” draws on the daily realities of millions of children since their lives were affected by COVID-19. The story – aimed primarily at children aged 6-11 years – sees the return of Ario, a fantasy creature who travels the world helping children to find hope in the future and joy in simple pleasures. Together with old and new friends, Ario addresses the fears, frustrations and concerns children are facing in the current phase of the pandemic and explores the various coping mechanisms that they can use when faced with difficult emotions like fear, grief, anger and sadness.
Coronovirus and Covid by Axel Scheffler and Kate Wilson
https://www.waterstones.com/book/coronavirus-a-book-for-children-about-covid-19/axel-scheffler/kate-wilson/9781839942518
Engagingly illustrated by the legendary Axel Scheffler, this is the perfect way to discuss the complex issues and emotions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Sensitively written by a range of experts, the pandemic is put in context and provides invaluable practical help.
Everybody Worries by Jon Burgerman
https://www.waterstones.com/book/everybody-worries/jon-burgerman/9780192766052
This is a fantastic book, full of engaging and colourful, fun pictures but also wise words to help young children recognise that worried feelings are normal, and to share helpful, practical tips for getting worries under control. This book conveys the message for children who are worried and suggest really helpful ways for them to process and normalise these emotions.
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