Hey Adam, did you hear about this thing called the coronavirus?

Yeah Clare, I think my parents said something about it... you should ask your parents too when you get home from school!

Dad, my friend Adam at school said I should ask you about the coronavirus. What is it?

Well Clare, the coronavirus is a sickness that can cause many people to get sick if we aren't careful. This means we need to wash our hands, social distance, and wear a face mask to prevent us from spreading our germs.

I need to wear a face mask?

Yes! Like a superhero wears a mask, we are going to wear masks to help save other people too!

Hey Mrs. Jones, can you explain to us a little more why we need to wear a mask? My dad said I'm a superhero!

Yes Clare! Basically, when you cough or sneeze, germs go into the air. Then, other people can breathe in those germs and become very sick. This is a process known as droplet or airborne transmission. By wearing a mask, you are protecting other people, just like a superhero!

Hey everyone! We're superheroes!