<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>Accompanied by a great song, <em>The Teensy Weensy Virus</em> tells young children how to stay safe from the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>COVID-19 is a big deal--but with all that adults have to worry about, it's easy to overlook the pandemic's impact on children. This book provides a great way for parents and caregivers to introduce and reinforce the importance of safety measures to children, while giving kids the opportunity to ask questions and share their feelings. Embracing the latest science, <em>The Teensy Weensy Virus </em>pairs simple, kid-friendly explanations with bright, colorful illustrations, while offering additional resources for adults and an informative song to help lighten the mood as families engage with this serious topic.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><em>"A timely and developmentally appropriate aid for parents and grandparents to help their young children understand what is happening in their lives, and hopefully reduce the anxiety and emotional impact of the epidemic."</em></p><ul><li>William T. Burke, PhD, clinical psychologist with forty years of clinical experience with children, adults, and families</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>"In simple, direct language that respects their ages, this story teaches preschoolers how to protect themselves and others against COVID-19. Its upbeat narrative and delightful illustrations will help young children understand the safety tips and precautions needed for their well-being during this pandemic. The accompanying song, 'The Teensy Weensy Virus, ' is a fun bonus for readers."</em></p><ul><li>Barbara H. Dunn, PhD, RN, PNP of more than forty years, clinician, consultant, author, mentor, and former faculty member at VCU and UVA Schools of Nursing, Richmond, Virginia</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>"A soothing story that helps children understand the new world of COVID-19. It provides them with simple, proven steps for taking appropriate precautions, and will ease the anxiety that has accompanied this pandemic. An added benefit is the resource list provided for parents to learn more facts about this new disease."</em></p><ul><li>Helen Ragazzi, MD, FAAP with twenty-four years of experience as a pediatrician</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>"Sherri Rose uses her characteristic straightforward sensitivity and undying optimism to make the unfathomable fathomable to both old and young. A developmentally appropriate, compassionate, and relatable mark of the times that is sure to be a hit with all generations as we struggle to make sense of the world around us." </em></p><ul><li>Kathryn King, MD, MHS, Associate Executive Medical Director at the Center for Telehealth, Medical University of South Carolina</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>"I have two grandsons, three and five years old, and have already pictured reading this to them. This book takes a scary subject and provided beautiful, concrete, age-appropriate messaging about safety measures, protection, and love, all wrapped up in kid-friendly bubbles!"</em></p><ul><li>Carla Nye, DNP, CPNP-BC, CNE, CHSE, associate clinical professor and master's program director, Department of Family and Community Health Nursing, VCU School of Nursing, Richmond, VA</li></ul><p><br></p><br>