Masks for Kids Resources

Books Description
Wearing a Mask to School FREE social story about wearing a mask to school.

Seeing Other People Wearing Masks FREE social story about why we wear masks. Available in
several languages with diverse characters.

Even Astronauts Practice Social Distancing FREE story that answer preschooler's questions about
COVID-19. Teaches about wearing a mask and social
distancing.

Masks Aren't Scary! Why Everyone is FREE short story for kids ages 0-4 about the importance of
Wearing a Mask masks.
Wear Face Masks, STOP GERMS! FREE short story for kids ages 4-6 about the importance of
masks.

My Teacher Wears a Mask FREE social story intended to help preschoolers

understand why their teacher is wearing a mask.

Blake the Bear Learns to Wear a Mask FREE short story about Blake the Bear and his friends
"doing their part" to keep everyone safe by wearing
masks.

Lucy's Mask Book about a little girl who uses her imagination and
learns to love her mask. Read-aloud videos of the book
can be found on YouTube.

Heroes Wear Masks: Elmo's Super Sesame Street story that helps children understand
Adventure different routines at school, such as wearing a mask,
washing hands, not being able to hug friends,
temperature checks, and new seating arrangements.
Read-aloud videos available on YouTube.

Smiling From Ear to Ear Book that shows all the different ways animals can wear a
mask. Read-aloud videos available on YouTube.

The Love Behind the Mask Book about a little boy who learns not to be afraid of
masks. Read-aloud videos available on YouTube.

A Unique Start From 6 Feet Apart: A Book Book that addresses the changes that students will see
About Returning to the Classroom During when they return to school. Topics include masks, hand
a Pandemic washing, hand sanitizer, social distancing, gloves, and
personal supplies. Read-aloud videos available on
YouTube.
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Songs Description
Why Do I Have To Wear a Face Mask? 2 minute video with a little girl who reminds kids to wear a
mask, wash hands, cough into their elbow, stay in their own
space, and keep their belongings to themselves.

Wear, Wear, Wear Your Mask with Dr. Song (to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat") about
Jean wearing masks and washing hands. Lyrics available in English
and Spanish.

Wear your Mask Song for kids Song (to the tune of "The Wheels on the Bus") showing
preschool-age kids wearing masks and washing hands.

Let’s Go! Maskman Song (to the tune of "Happy Birthday") showing "Maskman"
fight off germs.

Let’s Learn Healthy Habits Song (to the tune of "Baby Shark") about healthy habits like
wearing a mask, social distancing, washing hands, and staying
home when sick.

Drs. Bop n' Pops' Wear a Mask Song Song that explains the basics of wearing a mask tightly over
your mouth and nose.
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Videos Description
Fluffster Wears a Mask (Sesame 3 minute video portraying a Sesame Street character with
Street) Autism Spectrum Disorder learning to wear a mask.

Heroes Wear Masks: Elmo's Super Read-aloud video of Sesame Street story that helps children
Adventure understand new routines at school, such as wearing a mask,
washing hands, not being able to hug friends, temperature
checks, and new seating arrangements.

Masked Heroes 1 minute video that explains how to be a "masked hero" and
help keep others safe.

Wearing a Mask Helps Stop the Spread 1 minute video that explains how masks protect you and
of Germs others from germs. It encourages kids to be “germ-busters”
by wearing masks.
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Articles
Masks Toolkit
Mask Up! Talking to Young Children about
Wearing Masks
How to Help Students Get Used to Masks
My Child Won't Wear a Mask: School and
IEP Accommodations
Covid 19 Webinar Series: Reducing
Challenges in Wearing PPE
Where to Buy Face Masks for Kids
Masks First/Then Board
Printable Face Mask Craft
Description
University of Rochester Medical Center "Toolkit" for
parents and teachers with step-by-step tips for getting
kids more comfortable with masks. Available in 6
languages.
Zero to Three article that describes how to 1) explain
the purpose of masks to preschoolers, 2) introduce
masks during playtime, and 3) frame masks as a "big
kid" thing in the classroom.
Edutopia article with several practical ideas to help
teachers support students as they adjust to wearing
masks at school.
List of tips and suggestions for helping students who
struggle greatly with wearing masks.
1 hour webinar conducted by the Children’s Specialized
Hospital around reducing challenges of wearing PPE in
children with ASD. Topics include wearing masks, hand
washing and social distancing. PowerPoint slides also
available online.
Top-rated masks for kids that they will actually want to
wear. Prices start at $4.
FREE downloadable "First/Then" board to be used in the
classroom to help remind students to wear their masks
before completing tasks. Images include four students of
different ethnicities.
FREE downloadable face mask template for kids to
decorate.