Storybook helps young people to cope with Covid-19

In a global health crisis such as the novel coronavirus outbreak, children are among the most vulnerable.

In a truly global collaboration, the World Health Organisation (WHO), UNICEF (The United Nations Children’s Fund), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and Save the Children are among more than 50 organisations involved in the project.

Helped by Ario, a fantasy creature, 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.

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