Certain post-COVID realities have many kids feeling apprehensive. A new book offers a reassuring story they can relate to.

Susan Poage, a resident of Peahala Park and Berkeley Heights, has published a new children’s book, Protecting You … Protecting Me, a topical story about a young boy who is feeling uncomfortable in this “new world” of social distancing and mask wearing. His mother tries to find a way to help him navigate his new environment.

The book is designed to help parents and teachers support young children as they return to the “new normal” in…