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When the World Closed - by E E Thorgaard (Hardcover)

When the World Closed - by  E E Thorgaard (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>When the world closed, something magical opened! An extraordinary adventure that will help you feel less alone even though you're stuck at home. Educators and parents agree, this book captures COVID-19 with the emotional depth kids deserve.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>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.</strong></p><p> </p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>For every five copies of this book purchased, another copy is donated to a school, library, or care center in need. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>When the World Closed...something magical opened!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>What have YOU done since the world closed?</em></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"This book is absolutely amazing. The author did such a good job tackling such a difficult situation and putting it in a kid friendly way. It will help so many kids validate the strange emotions they are having during this difficult time. Teachers especially will love this book because there are so many great follow up activities they can do with it."</p>- Mrs. Sullivan, <em> M.Ed., K-4 Literacy Specialist </em><p><br></p><p>"This book really captured the perspective of children in this pandemic and all of the worry and confusion they are experiencing. I love the emphasis on feelings, and caring for others, as well as the sense of common humanity. Even though we are isolated with our families, we are going through this with everyone around the world."</p>- Sarah Rosenstein, <em>Licensed Mental Health Counselor</em><p><br></p><p>"Children will learn a lot while they have fun reading and being inspired by this story! The take-home message of this book gives me some serious goosebumps! And the pictures totally bring the story to life! It is wonderful how the book brings different cultures from around the world into the story, making it even more relevant to current times."</p>- Ms. James, <em>M.Ed., K-4 Educator </em><br>

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