Coronavirus and Covid: A book for children about the pandemic

“It gives the facts without being too scary, offers advice and hope, and tames the terrors with Scheffler’s familiar light-heartedness.”

“Their aim is to help kids aged from five to ten to understand our strange, new world, and they’ve done a brilliant job.”

“A diverse cast, a global stage, practical and expert advice, along with friendly, accessible illustrations by Scheffler make this […] a must-have in the home or collection of everyone on the planet.”

“A wonderfully timely […] picture book aimed at primary school children.”

“The award-winning illustrator hopes the question-and-answer book about the pandemic will help his young fans.”

“This timely book answers difficult questions in a gentle, accessible way.”

“Essentially a calming, explanatory pamphlet about the virus and the impact it’s having, it features Scheffler’s familiar, saucer-eyed characters.”

“Written by staff at the award-winning independent publishing company [the book] has had expert input from Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, who acted as a consultant.”

“The best book ever for children – on coronavirus.”

“The book draws on the knowledge of Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to answer what the virus is, how you catch it, the measures used to tackle it and more to put kids’ minds at rest.”

“A timely book that explains the pandemic to children, helping satisfy their curiosity about it.”

“This book uses simple language to explain to children what’s going on in our world amid the pandemic.”

“Mr. Scheffler’s playful illustrations are paired with simple text about how the virus spreads, how to deal with boredom and loneliness and annoying siblings, and how to face the unknown.”

“The Gruffalo illustrator lays out the coronavirus and the measures being taken to control it in a way that is comprehensible to children.”

“Written with the expert guidance of Professor Graham Medley from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, it helps to provide clear information about the effects of virus, and why everyone is talking about it.”

“The book reassures children that it is “normal” to feel worried, sad, or to miss their friends during the lockdown.”

The book answers key questions in simple language appropriate for five- to nine-year-olds

“This book is a wonderful free resources to help kids to understand Covid-19, and to feel a little better about the situation.”

“If you’re struggling to explain the coronavirus to your children then illustrator, Axel Scheffler and children’s book publisher, Nosy Crow are here to help with a brilliant digital book for primary school age children.”

“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone wanting to talk things through with their child in a calm and reassuring manner, without the background of media dialogue.”

“This is an immensely useful tool that gives neither too much nor too little information, and it will help adults as much as youngsters.”

“The book explains the coronavirus beside Scheffler’s distinctive pictures and children are given advice on how to handle everything from boredom to stressed adults grappling with home working.”

“The beautifully illustrated book answers key questions in simple language, such as, “What is the coronavirus?” and “Why are some places closed?” as well as “What happens next?”