Since most establishments, including libraries, are closed during the Sydney lockdown, a couple from Mona Vale has generously shared free e-books online for parents to read to their children during this trying period.
Chris and Kate Stead, a pair of Mona Vale parents with young kids, have written over 20 children’s books together, including one insightful and timely story about COVID-19.
In Superheroes Wear Masks, the Stead couple imparts ways to let the children understand why people have to wear this protective gear and, in the process, appease their anxieties about the pandemic.
Chris and Kate have also created activity books and picture books for the children to while their time away as they stay cooped indoors. The couple first shared their creations for free in 2020, when the Northern Beaches was the hotspot for virus transmission.
Their e-books for kids are released via their own publishing house, Old Mate Media. They are available for free for a limited time. Parents can download the e-books on the official site and follow their Facebook page for updates and other offers.
Meanwhile, adult bookworms in Mona Vale and the Northern Beaches LGU may also check out books during the lockdown, which will be conveniently delivered to their homes. The Northern Beaches Council has re-activated Library2U, which has expanded its collection with more books for all ages.
To take advantage of this service, Northern Beaches residents may download the library app. The service will remain in place amidst the extension of the stay-at-home orders in Sydney.
