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  • Why Did the Whole World Stop?: Talking With Kids About COVID-19

    Heather Black

    Paperback (Indy Pub, April 21, 2020)
    Do you find it hard to talk about Covid-19 at a child's level? This picture book can help.Children ask a lot of questions. Some are easy to answer, others are tricky, especially when it comes to a social distancing, disrupted schedules, and a viral pandemic. This illustrated book is a tool that can help open conversation about Covid-19, and provide accurate information in a kid friendly format. Bright graphics and simply worded details can help your child grow in understanding of why so many of our normal routines suddenly changed. Most of the book centers around simple text and pictures, but there are also several pages that outline some of the main definitions, concepts and history of the novel coronavirus outbreak. Children will be interested in looking through this book on their own, but ideally it is meant to be read together, so that parents or caregivers can offer support and encouragement while exploring this new and sometimes confusing topic.There are also several useful ideas for how children can help those around them, and spend their time well during the general quarantine. It's important to stay productive, active, and keep a good attitude during any difficulty, to be able to rise to the challenge and learn from it. Reaching out to others through the internet or by phone, helping family around the house, and following the safety guidelines given by governmental authorities are all ways to make a positive impact on the situation.Often, learning more about something new can reduce stress, and help it be more manageable. This book is designed to aid that process, as it relates to the changes that the Covid-19 outbreak brought to many people, both children and adults, around the world. It presents complex scientific and social concepts at a simpler level, so that families can work through them together.
  • Perry and Steve's New Normal: Life During COVID-19

    Marylou Quillen

    Hardcover (Indy Pub, June 27, 2020)
    Our world changed in the blink of an eye. COVID-19 has brought adjustments to our lives that were unimaginable just a short time ago. For children, these new behaviors and restrictions are confusing and unsettling. Follow along as Perry tries to help his son, Steve, make sense of all the changes while offering hope that healthier days are ahead. The story presents an opportunity for parents to have discussions about the importance of safe health practices, while providing assurance to children that they will be SAFE and LOVED, even during a global pandemic.
  • Coronavirus: A Book For Kids

    R.L. Margolin

    Paperback (Indy Pub, April 15, 2020)
    Start a conversation with the young children in your life about the new coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, and the changes in routine we are all experiencing. Colorful illustrations featuring inclusive characters will lead your child through our new normal, making sensitive and complicated issues approachable for small children. What is social distancing? What is quarantine? Why do some people wear masks? How does coronavirus spread? How can we protect our health? What can we do to make the best of this challenging situation? Written by an author with a background in early childhood education and psychology, Coronavirus: A Book For Kids gently and honestly answers the questions your child might have at an age appropriate level. Diversity flows through the book to ensure that each reader feels seen. Refreshing in a time of conflicting advice, the author provides a list of credible sources for the information presented. Grounded in science and developmentally appropriate, R.L. Margolin presents a framework for young children to confront this pandemic with resilience.
  • The Day My Kids Stayed Home: Explaining COVID-19 and the Corona Virus to Your Kids

    Adam M Wallace, Valentina T Segovia, Adam Riong

    (Indy Pub, March 23, 2020)
    The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 has created massive disruption in kids' lives around the world. As adults it's our responsibility to learn about this virus and to keep our communities safe. This book is meant to help parents and teachers discuss COVID-19 with children and teach them about the virus and how we can stay healthy. Things are scarier when we don't understand them. The first half of the book is a kid's book that tells the story of two puppies learning about COVID-19; the second half is meant for adults and is a short explanation of what is happening and what we can do about it. After reading the back half you will be ready to discuss COVID-19 with your kids.Remember, together we can beat this.
  • The Happy Tree And The Bee

    C.E. King

    Hardcover (Indy Pub, July 1, 2020)
    Bob the happy tree is confused when Carl the bee appears suddenly and seems to be stealing something from him. This upsets Carl to the point of tears and tries to leave. Feeling remorseful, Bob asks him to stay so they can learn more about each other. The two talk about things that are important to each other and eventually build a lasting friendship. This is a cute tale, showing kids the importance of relationships and how they relate to nature and ecosystems.
  • Why Should I Wear A Mask?

    Julia Dinges

    Hardcover (Indy Pub, July 27, 2020)
    In a world where masks are fast becoming the new normal, kids have a lot of questions. There are several reasons why the world has turned to wearing masks to protect ourselves and those around us especially during a time of a pandemic. Why Should I Wear A Mask will help explain to children why wearing a mask is so important to keep each other safe.
  • The Family Rainbow

    Amie Shannon-Scott, Kerry Shea

    Paperback (Indy Pub, June 1, 2020)
    This book discusses how each family is unique and special. It doesn't matter what your family "looks like", as long as love is shared. Some families are comprised of two adults; man and woman, woman and woman, man and man. Other families include a single parent or relatives without parents. This book helps children understand that although families can look different from one another - every family type is good and even normal.
  • I Miss My Teacher

    Lisa Thompson, A&a Fomin

    Paperback (Indy Pub, June 11, 2020)
    In March of 2020, teachers and students alike were forced to completely reimagine what "going to school" would look like in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Abruptly and without warning, students were told to gather their essential items and become computer technology pros in a matter of days, in order to reconnect with their teachers and classmates from home. This story, told through the eyes of a child, takes a close and thoughtful look at what was lost in the transition to remote learning. I Miss My Teacher is filled with honest feelings and reminiscence from the perspective of the elementary school student. Filled with colorful and poignant illustrations, this book captures the essence and importance of the teacher-student relationship and can help your child navigate and process their feelings during this challenging time.
  • The Raven and the Dove

    Kaitlyn Davis

    Paperback (Indy Pub, March 9, 2020)
    Four fates collide in this avian-inspired, epic fantasy retelling of Tristan and Isolde perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Sabaa Tahir, and Leigh Bardugo!A princess longing to be free...On the dawn of her courtship trials, Princess Lyana Aethionus knows she should be focused on winning her perfect mate, yet her thoughts wander to the open sky at the edge of her floating kingdom. One final adventure calls. Upon fleeing the palace, the last thing she expects to find is a raven prince locked in a death match with a dragon.A bastard aching to belong...Reviled son of a dead king, Rafe would do anything for his beloved half-brother, Prince Lysander Taetanus, including posing as him in the upcoming courtship trials. When a dragon interrupts their secret exchange, he orders his studious sibling to run. After suffering a fatal blow, Rafe is saved by a beautiful dove who possesses forbidden magic, just like him.Fate brought them together, now destiny will tear them apart...Unknown to the world above, on the foggy sea ten thousand feet below, a young king fights a forgotten war. He believes Lyana is the queen prophesied to save the world, and with the help of his favored spy, hidden deep in the highest ranks of the dove royal house, he will stop at nothing to have her.Three shocking betrayals. Two star-crossed lovers. One unforgettable journey. If you like fierce heroines, brooding heroes, forbidden romance, and action-packed magical adventures with twists you'll never see coming, don't miss The Raven and the Dove!
  • I Am An Alphabet of Affir

    Jarisse Lawrence

    Hardcover (Indy Pub, July 22, 2020)
    In the book I Am.... Author Jarisse Lawrence utilize 26 affirmations, one for each letter in the alphabet, to form every child's sense of self. With fun illustrations and simple text the book demonstrates how each affirmation builds self esteem and creates a connection with God. These positive affirmations will encourage your children and lift their mood throughout the day. It is imperative to speak life into our children, teaching them to manifest their dreams and who they are into existence. These I Am affirmations are not only inspiring but enlightening for children and parents too!
  • Together: Living Life During COVID-19: Living Life During COVID-19

    Kevin Poplawski, Michael Rausch

    Paperback (Indy Pub, May 17, 2020)
    A new virus, called a coronavirus names COVID-19, is making many people sick. Olivia is confused why she can't go to school, visit friends or see her grandma. She must understand why and figure out the best way to get through this tough time!
  • The Last of The Wild Bunch: The Miseducation of Anthony Green

    Amal Amenyin

    Paperback (Indy Pub, Aug. 7, 2020)
    He was nine years old when he first stood before a judge; he was told if he ever entered a courtroom again, he would receive a harsher sentence---he was back the following year. At ten years old, he coped out and served four years in an Upstate juvenile detention center. Once home, he chose to enter the only life he knew. His father and uncles fell ill, he was left to protect his godfather, assuming the title given to him by court papers, he became the enforcer for the family. Jealously and envy by an outsider, he was a fugitive of the law. Coming back to see his girl, at an address only few people knew, he was caught, put on trial, and sentenced to twenty-five years to Life. This is the story of Anthony Green.He was imprisoned for the sins of three men. For more than two-decades the story of one of the biggest murders in Brooklyn was locked away twenty-seven plus years in an Upstate prison. Released on September 9th, six-years ago from Shawangunk Correctional Facility, the paperwork of Anthony Green tells the story. The Last of The Wild Bunch: The Miseducation of Anthony Green buy it today. A second book will follow with my stories and personalities.