Page 11 - My Hero is You, Storybook for Children on COVID-19 (English)

“I like to think about someone who makes me feel
safe,” said Sara.

“Me too, I think of all the people who help me feel
safe, like my grandparents,” said Salem. “I miss them.
I can’t give them a hug because I could give them the
coronavirus. We usually see them every weekend, but
not now because we have to keep them safe.”

“Can you call them?” Sara asked her friend.

“Oh yes!” said Salem. “They call me everyday and I
tell them about all the things we are doing at home.
It makes me feel better, and it makes them feel better
too.”

“It is normal to miss people we love that we can’t see
right now,” said Ario. “It shows how much we care.
Would it make you feel better to meet other heroes?”

“Yes please!” Sara and Salem cried back.

“Great, my friend Sasha has a very special
superpower,” said Ario. “Let’s go!”