My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
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"It is a time full of uncertainty and change. I believe children’s books and stories can offer some continuity, because they enter the homes, hearts and minds of families in a familiar way."
Helen Patuck
This new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and Save the Children.
With the help of a fantasy creature, Ario, “My Hero is You, How kids can fight COVID-19!” explains how children can protect themselves, their families and friends from coronavirus and how to manage difficult emotions when confronted with a new and rapidly changing reality.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
The book is a project of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee Reference Group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings, a unique collaboration of United Nations agencies, national and international nongovernmental organizations and international agencies providing mental health and psychosocial support in emergency settings.
During the early stages of the project, more than 1 700 children, parents, caregivers and teachers from around the world shared how they were coping with the COVID-19 pandemic.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
https://en.unesco.org/news/
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With the help of a fantasy creature, Ario, “My Hero is You, How kids can fight COVID-19!” explains how children can protect themselves, their families and friends from coronavirus and how to manage difficult emotions when confronted with a new and rapidly changing reality.
"Sara is my strong hero, and sets out with her magical friend Ario to discover these things from children in other countries, who are overcoming challenges in their own ways. Along the way, she meets Salem, Sasha, Leila and Kim, who are all coping with their fears in different circumstances. What unites them all is a sense of care for each other, their capacity to be heroes for their loved ones, and the understanding that this won’t last forever."
Helen Patuck
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
The input was invaluable to script writer and illustrator Helen Patuck and the project team in making sure that the story and its messages resonated with children from different backgrounds and continents.
Helen Patuck is an author, illustrator and current MSc Politics of Conflict, Rights and Justice student, who has written and illustrated this emergency children's book titled My Hero is You, Storybook for Children on COVID-19.
Helen Patuck is an author, illustrator and current MSc Politics of Conflict, Rights and Justice student, who has written and illustrated this emergency children's book titled My Hero is You, Storybook for Children on COVID-19.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
"Writing "My Hero Is You", creating these illustrations and sharing in the global translation effort is my act of solidarity and care for everyone going through this difficult time. This is the least I can do as essential workers give their time, greatest efforts, and so sadly, their lives to support those most affected."
Helen Patuck
In order to reach as many children as possible, the book was widely translated, with six language versions. Now there the ebook is translated into fourteen languages.*
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
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- Languages: The IASC MHPSS RG has coordinated translation into:
English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and ilustrated by Helen Patuck
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"However, we have also reached out across global networks of psychologists and translators to develop many non-UN language versions. The response has been incredible."
- Other languages : German, Portuguese, Danish, Greek, Italian, Ukrainian, Sinhala, Turkish, Tamil, Russian, Burmese, Tami, Arabic, Bahasa Malay.
All languages versions (20) for now: In English (original version): Download the book here
*And more languages versions : 128 languages. Download here in your own language.
*And more languages versions : 128 languages. Download here in your own language.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
Education:
It is not encouraged for children to read this book independently without the support of a parent, or teacher.
My Hero is You
Note: The supplementary guide called “Actions for Heroes” (to be published later) offers support for addressing topics related to COVID-19,
helping children manage feelings and emotions, as well as supplementary activities for children to do based on the book.
Across the world, due to the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), children are affected by physical distancing, quarantines and nationwide school closures.
Some children and young people may be feeling more isolated, anxious, bored and uncertain. They may feel fear, and grief, over the impact of the virus on their families.
Children and preteens including those who are refugees are struggling to understand all the ins and outs of lockdown. The enemy causing this lockdown is, after all, invisible until it strikes someone in your family or friend circle.
"My Hero is You” is a book written for children around the world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It shows children how to manage their emotions in these changing times.
Important information:
The book “My Hero is You” should be read by a parent, or teacher alongside a child or a small group of children.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
"My Hero is You” is a book written for children around the world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It shows children how to manage their emotions in these changing times.
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
The book “My Hero is You” should be read by a parent, or teacher alongside a child or a small group of children.
It is not encouraged for children to read this book independently without the support of a parent, or teacher.
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
- Ages: Aimed primarily at children aged 6-11 years old
My Hero is You
how kids can fight COVID-19
written and illustrated by Helen Patuck
In order to reach as many children as possible, the book has been widely translated. It is being released as both an online product and audio book.
- Resources: HealthyAtHome/ Healthy parenting:
Tips for parents here
G-Souto
19.04.2020
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