In Stronger Together: A COVID Super Hero Adventure, writers Cathy Baine and Amanda Coulson, both grandmothers—Baine living in Calgary and Coulson in the UK—create a pandemic fable inspired by their physical separation from their grandchildren. This self-published book reflects their long-distance collaboration, echoing the challenges of maintaining relationships during lockdown. The story follows a family of superheroes who unite to confront the obstacles posed by COVID-19, navigating lockdowns and restrictions while working together to uplift others. Through its narrative and illustrations, the book highlights themes of mental health, resilience, and collective action. Stronger Together fosters a sense of agency in children, encouraging them to recognize their role in the community and promoting unity in the face of adversity.
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Citation: Baine, Cathy. Stronger Together: A COVID Super Hero Adventure. Illustrated by Amanda Coulson, BookBaby, 12 April 2021. FICTION, CHILDREN’S BOOK, ILLUSTRATED, [MARCH 2020] | CANADA. am/jb/ig
Source Type: Children and YA
Country: Canada
Date: 01-Mar-2020
Keywords: Children; Family; Fiction; Illustrations; Superheroes, Family, Fiction, Illustrations, and Superheroes