Aubrey Kliaman M.A. kindle Covid-19: Let's Talk About The Plan: A resource to help young children understand the pandemic

Let's talk about Covid-19 with our kids. Talking about Covid-19 with our children can be hard, even uncomfortable.  Geared for ages 2-8 years old, this book uses developmentally appropriate language that is easy for children to understand.  With real life photographs, this book brings to light many of the emotions kids are likely experiencing right now.Children's lives have changed during this pandemic, and most young children do not yet have the words to express their feelings about these changes.  Some children may be struggling more than others, or even acting out because they don't understand why the family plan has changed, or for how long these changes will last.The questions in this book remain the same, however, your child’s answers may change, depending on the day.  Feel free to revisit these questions often with your child.  Who takes care of you? What is different for you now? What things do you enjoy doing? How are you feeling right now?   Do you have any questions right now?Written by child development specialist Aubrey Kliaman M.A., and professional mother Bailee Rad.  Together, two moms embarked on an intense collaboration to help families find the language to discuss these new and unprecedented concerns with their children.  Bailee and Aubrey continue to work on additional ways to help families advance the social, emotional, and intellectual development of their young children during these uncertain times.  For more information about us and this book, please subscribe to our newsletter on our website: www.PodUpProject.comWhat people are saying about this book:"I have been looking for a developmentally appropriate book to share with the educators whom I teach, and Covid-19: Let’s Talk About the Plan far exceeds what I have been searching for. I appreciate the language used, the diversity represented, and the open ended questions. This is a wonderful resource for anyone who has children in their lives.”-Carla Franklin, M.A. Professor of Human Development “Kliaman and Rad give parents’ tools and children something tangible to hold onto during a time when a sense of security and concrete solutions are hard to come by.”-Jeannine Pignotti Preschool Director“This wonderful book can help to begin some meaningful conversation between children and parents about the current pandemic. COVID-19: Let's Talk About the Plan, can help children to name and process the feelings that mirror their experiences. The photos are appealing and diverse, contributing a special charm and beauty to this topic. The words and pictures illustrate how and why our lives have changed so much, and yet how they have stayed the same. My preschool students will understand the language of plans and routines as a way to achieve stability and a sense of control over their young lives. This delightful book describes how to take care of yourself and how to best take care of others.” -Joanny Iaccino, MA Human Development, Mom of 7 and Grandma of 13, Director of Encino Parents Nursery School, Child Development Instructor, LAVC“COVID-19 has certainly been a challenge for adults and children alike. Amid the stress of the pandemic it is important that honest and open conversations between adults and children be cultivated, and this book does just that from a developmental perspective that honors the child's voice and shows respect for their thoughts and feelings.”-Carlene O. Fider (PhD), Professor of Human Development