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Lititz Public Library’s
Additional Resources
for
Dealing with Pandemic Life
Contents
Introduction……………………………………………………………………..3
COVID-19 Resources……………………………………………………….4
Face Masks……………………………………………………………………...5
Library News……………………………………………………………………6
For Kids…………………………………………………………………………..7
For Teens & For Parents…………………………………………………...8
Suggested Reading…..………………………………………………………..9
Where to Find Book Recommendations…………………………..11
Anxiety & Other Resources*…….……………………………………..12
*Includes links to PENNDOT’s COVID-19 page, PA Unemployment
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Introduction
It’s still here.
We had all hoped this strange period of our lives would have passed by now, but, unfor-
tunately, we need to brave the pandemic storm for a while longer than initially anticipated.
Don’t forget that even though the library’s doors are not open, it is still a resource in the
virtual sense and we remain eager to be of service in whatever way our limitations allow at this
difficult time. This guide includes additional COVID-19 resources, reading suggestions, and
resources for those struggling with anxiety.
Please don’t forget (and you are likely weary of being nagged about this) to keep washing
those hands for at least 20 seconds, wear a mask and gloves when leaving home, practice social
distancing by staying at least 6 feet away from people, cover your mouth when sneezing or
coughing, and try to stay home as much as you possibly can. All of these measures, though tire-
some by now, do help.
We hope you’re taking care of yourself. Some of us may be slacking in that department.
Please do whatever helps you to relax, exercise, get adequate sleep (which is tough for many
right now), eat healthily and in moderation (even though many of us have no appetite—
especially after watching or reading the news), and try to stay on a regular schedule. And, taking
time to focus on something other than what is going on in the world does help. Focus especial-
ly on whatever you are thankful for—such things still exist aplenty!
Don’t forget that you are not alone—these times are hard for all of us. But we will get
through this—and we look forward to serving you when our doors open again.
Also, most importantly, we want to extend an enormous thank you for all that
you do to everyone in the medical field and to everyone employed at essential businesses.
You’re all heroes. Please stay safe and healthy.
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COVID-19 Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://
www.cdc.gov/
Pennsylvania Department of Health: https://www.health.pa.gov/
topics/disease/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center: https://
coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/
diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public
National Library of Medicine: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/
index.html#Novel_Coronavirus
United States Department of Labor: https://www.osha.gov/
SLTC/covid-19/controlprevention.html#health
EPA List N: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-
disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2 (This is the EPA’s list of dis-
infectants acceptable for combating COVID-19. And it’s long.)
Library System of Lancaster County COVID-19 Information:
https://lancasterlibraries.org/covid-19-information/ (offers some
great links to additional resources)
Penn Medicine: https://www.pennmedicine.org/coronavirus
WellSpan Health: https://www.wellspan.org/coronavirus?
utm_source=website&utm_medium=alertbanner&utm_campaign
=Coronavirus
UPMC Pinnacle: https://www.pinnaclehealth.org/coronavirus-
information
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Face Masks
It is now strongly urged that Pennsylvanians
wear a mask whenever they leave home to
help slow the spread of COVID-19. We all
know about the N95 mask shortage. It is recommended
to wear a home-made mask if none other is available.
Not certain about how to make one? Here is a variety of
suggestions.
The CDC offers two simple methods here: https://www.cdc.gov/
coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-
coverings.html
Still daunted by the thought of making a mask? This is one of the
easiest of versions to make (no sewing required), demonstrated by
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams: https://www.cdc.gov/
coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover.html
Here are some other mask varieties for those gifted with sewing abilities. Both
sites offer variations that give you the option to include a disposable filter.
https://www.littlestitchstudionorfolk.com/blog/2020/3/18/
facemasksewingpattern
https://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cloth-Face-Mask/
More instructions on making masks are available here at Joann Fabrics:
https://www.joann.com/make-to-give-response/
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Library News
As long as the library is closed for the pandemic, there is no need to worry about ac-
cruing fines on items you have checked out. All due dates will be extended as needed.
Be sure to keep checking Lititz Public Library’s social media pages; fantastic new ac-
tivities and resources are being posted frequently.
New databases have been temporarily added under eResources: AudioBookCloud,
RomanceBookCloud, TeenBookCloud, and TumbleMath. These will be available
through August 31, 2020.
Has it been a while since you checked out OverDrive? The first Harry Potter book is
currently available—and unlimited—meaning there is no wait list.
Also regarding no waiting lists, the Big Library Read is now up—Funny, You Don’t
Look Autistic by Michael McCreary. Please note that it contains mature content.
Have you noticed anything different about Lititz Library’s homepage? Here’s a hint:
It’s BrowseAloud! You’ll find this symbol in the bottom right corner of your screen. It’s a
new text-to-speech feature to facilitate browsing our website.
Also, since we cannot meet in person at this time, some story times are now done via
Zoom, which is pretty exciting! We do what we can to retain normalcy in these
strange and rapidly changing times.
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For Kids
COVID-19 Resources for Kids
National Geographic Kids: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
explore/science/facts-about-coronavirus/
Coronavirus Comic for Kids: https://www.npr.org/sections/
goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring
-the-new-coronavirus
Another Coronavirus Comic for Kids: http://elisegravel.com/wp-
content/uploads/2020/03/CoronavirusE-FINAL2.jpg
Did you know there are a number of ebooks available on OverDrive packed with fun projects?
Here are a few:
LEGOs: The Unofficial LEGO Builder’s Guide by Allan Bedford; The LEGO Build-It
Book, Amazing Vehicles by Nathanael Kuipers; Brick by Brick Dinosaurs by Warren Els-
more
Cooking: Noodlemania! by Melissa Barlow; The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs by
America’s Test Kitchen Kids
Arts & Crafts: Rock Painting for Kids by Lin Wellford; Art Lab for Kids by Susan
Schwake; Crayola Boredom-Busting Crafts by Rebecca Felix; Sticky Fingers: DIY Duct
Tape Projects by Sophie Maletsky; Once Upon a Pirate Craft by Annalees Lim; Disney
Ideas Book by Elizabeth Dowsett; Martha Stewart’s Favorite Crafts for Kids by Editors of
Martha Stewart Living; Project Kid (Crafts that Go) by Amanda Kingloff; I’m Not a Box!
By Emily Kington
STEAM: 100 Easy STEAM Activities by Andrea Scalzo Yi; Maker Lab by Jack Challoner
(Smithsonian); The Big Book of Maker Space Projects by Colleen Graves
& Aaron Graves
Writing: Pizza, Pigs, and Poetry: How to Write a Poem by Jack Prelutsky
Other fun things to make/do: Slime 101 by Natalie Wright; Make Your
Own Squishies by Ann Stacia; Nails, Nails, Nails by Madeline Poole
7For Teens
COVID-19 Resources for Teens
Coping Strategies for Teens: https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-
teenagers-can-protect-their-mental-health-during-coronavirus-covid-19
Teen Vogue: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/coronavirus-covid-19-101-
explainer
A Creative Outlet: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/campaign/covid-19-and
-youth-mental-health
And, although this is not COVID-19 related, Epic Reads may be of interest to teens
looking for new titles to read. https://www.epicreads.com/
For Parents
For Parents (some to be shared with kids)
COVID-19 Homeschooling: https://familyapp.com/quick-prep-guide-for-covid-19-
homeschooling/
How to Talk to Kids about COVID-19: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/
coronavirus-landing-page.html?WT.ac=p-ra
Fred Rogers Productions: https://www.fredrogers.org/coronavirus/
Free Lessons on Minecraft: https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-52017873
Brightly https://www.readbrightly.com/ For parents book-searching for their chil-
dren, this site is helpful. It also provides activity ideas.
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-
willems/
8Suggested Reading
We’re all coping with the pandemic differently and so we’re all drawn to different kinds
of books at this time—besides, reading is a very personal experience. Some, believe it or
not, want to read about pandemics. Many are turning to uplifting and happy stories to
get through this. There are those who need laughter. Others are drawn to nonfiction to
help get through psychological troubles. Still others just want to hunker down with their
old favorites, and only you know what your favorites are! There is always the chance that
we have it available on OverDrive. NOTE: These suggestions are not exhaustive. There
are many, many additional great reads out there!
Some Uplifting, Mood-Improving and/or Humorous Some Humorous Authors
Fiction on OverDrive P. G. Wodehouse
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho; A Man Called Ove by Fred- David Sedaris
rik Backman; Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail
Honeyman; Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes; One Terry Pratchett
Day in December by Josie Silver; The Princess Bride by Wil- Janet Evanovich
liam Goldman; Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuis-
ton; The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion; Somewhere Safe John Kennedy Toole
with Somebody Good by Jan Karon; Three Men in a Boat by Douglas Adams
Jerome K. Jerome; The Two Loves of Lydia Bird by Josie Sil-
ver;The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce Tina Fey
Pandemic Novels on OverDrive:
The Journal of the Plague Year by Daniel Defoe
The Last Man by Mary Shelley
Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Old Saint Paul’s by William Harrison Ainsworth
Outbreak by Robin Cook
The Scarlet Plague by Jack London
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel
Zone One by Colson Whitehead
9Suggested Reading Continued
Nonfiction on OverDrive that may be interesting to read during the pandemic:
At Home by Bill Bryson—Since we’re all spending so much time at home, why not learn
the history of home as we know it?
Do Nothing by Celeste Headlee—We’re used to being busy (and ache to get back to it),
but sometimes doing less is a positive thing.
How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell—In case the previous title still sounds too difficult to
accomplish.
Blue Nights by Joan Didion—A contemplation on loss and the difficult realities of life.
The Year of Less by Cait Flanders—Currently, most of us are only buying necessities.
Here’s the experience of someone who did that for a year.
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi—It seems the empathetic thing to do to read
of a neurosurgeon diagnosed with lung cancer and contemplating the meaningful life.
Antifragile: Things that Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb—Because times of
turmoil do happen and we will get through this.
How to Hug a Porcupine by June Eding—It can be tough living with a porcupine, especial-
ly when you’re constantly living in close quarters… but remember, this is no time for hugs.
The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking—If we’re going to be spending a great deal of
time at home, we might as well get cozy about it.
Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom—Visits with an old mentor lead to a series of im-
portant life-lessons.
Furiously Happy by Jenny Lawson—Don’t we all furiously long to be happy right now?
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron—We’re all feeling a bit more sensitive than
usual at this time.
Flat Broke with Two Goats by Jennifer McGaha—For this couple, going broke was a new
beginning—not the end.
Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics by Dan Harris—...at a time when it’s hard not to be fidg-
ety.
10Where to find book recommendations
Are you at a loss of what to read next? Perhaps you’re having trouble
picking titles on OverDrive or Libby. Or, maybe you’ve read everything
by your favorite authors and you’re ready to try a new author—but you
have no idea which one. There are a number of different book recom-
mendation sites out there. Some can be very helpful; others are simply
fun to play around with. Here are a few resources to try.
Fantastic Fiction https://www.fantasticfiction.com/ This site is used by library staff fre-
quently—it lists books by fiction authors in order by series, and at the bottom of the
screen, it suggests similar authors.
GoodReads https://www.goodreads.com/ Many are probably already familiar with this
social media for book lovers. However, it is not necessary to have an account to browse
books.
What Book Should I Read Next? https://www.whatshouldireadnext.com/ This is the
most straightforward—just type in a title or author that you enjoy and it provides a list of
similar titles.
whichbook https://www.whichbook.net/ Use sliders in different categories that interest
you (such as funny vs. serious or easy vs. demanding) and see what books fulfill your
criteria.
Recommend Me a Book https://recommendmeabook.com/ This site could easily dou-
ble as a game. The opening page or two of a book is provided so you can determine
whether the story draws you in—but you don’t know what book it is until you reveal the
title at the bottom of the screen. It’s fun to guess what the book is before you scroll
down.
Literature-Map https://www.literature-map.com/ This is a fun curiosity for discovering
new authors. Just type in an author’s name and many additional author names appear
floating about the screen. It’s not perfect, but it is amusing.
Epic Reads https://www.epicreads.com/ This showcases many articles and trends in
young adult books.
Other popular book recommendation sites you can sign up for include Riffle Books
https://www.rifflebooks.com/ and BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/welcome.
11Anxiety & Other Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness Resource & Information
Guide: https://www.nami.org/covid-19-guide (A thorough re-
source for coping with the psychological effects of COVID-19)
Coping with Stress, Anxiety, and COVID-19: https://
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-
stress-anxiety.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%
2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fprepare%
2Fmanaging-stress-anxiety.html
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Stress Management for
COVID-19: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/covid/
WHO Coping with Stress Infographic: https://www.who.int/
docs/default-source/coronaviruse/coping-with-stress.pdf?
sfvrsn=9845bc3a_2
Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://
adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/
covid-19-lockdown-guide-how-manage-anxiety-and
PENNDOT COVID-19 Page: https://www.penndot.gov/
pages/coronavirus.aspx (To find your answers regarding in-
spection, licenses, etc. and all the changes taking place.)
Unemployment: https://www.uc.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx
(Unfortunately, this is increasingly common.)
12Stay safe.
Stay healthy.
We look forward to seeing you
again!
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Guide Completed April 11, 2020
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