101 Tips for Surviving in a Pandemic: A Generation Z Guidebook

By Kate Battaglia

Kate Paris Battaglia, a resilient high school student, has taken advantage of COVID-imposed solitude to author her first book: 101 Tips for Surviving in a Pandemic: A Generation Z Guidebook. Born near 2000, Kate allows readers to travel into the minds of a generation accustomed to the technology of the internet. However, she surprisingly does not dwell on social media to cure all ills that COVID-19 and its variants have inflicted upon the "zoomers" of Gen Z. This astute young author:

• offers advice on finding creative outlets in confined spaces.
• suggests sharing resources and affection with both neighbor and stranger.
• provides hope to those who have lost it in the melee of COVID variants, uncertain vaccines and treatments, and a changing educational and work landscape.
• gives older generations (as baby boomers) a new vocabulary - like vlog!

Her survival tips are as simple as planting flowers and as complex as forgiveness. Kate Battaglia truly gives us a COVID guidebook for all ages!
"As a special education teacher and mother, I have labored to engage the young during periods of isolation (and remote learning) during the COVID -19 pandemic. Kate Battaglia has written the book I didn't know I needed, with tips that are useful and intuitive. She gives readers a window into the world of Generation Z, and new vocabulary to use both in teaching and parenting!"
--Kelly B. Darmofal, author of 101 Tips for Recovering from Traumatic Brain Injury
"I have been running online courses on positive psychology to help people cope with climate and COVID anxiety. I found many of my recommendations among the tips in this delightful little book, adapted to the needs and preferences of today's young people. As a Professional Grandfather, I am delighted to adopt Kate as a granddaughter, and can see a great future ahead of her. This list of 101 Tips is a coping aid, but it is also amusing and entertaining. Regardless of your age, you can't do much better than to use it as a starting point for improving your attitude to life, regardless of your circumstances."
--Bob Rich, PhD, author of From Depression to Contentment: A Self-Therapy Guide
"The isolation experienced by GEN Z due this pandemic is worrisome to all educators across the world. Kate's tips encourage GEN Z to take risks, challenge their minds and emotions, all while daring to try something new to support their social emotional well being and growth!"
--Maria J. Davis, M.Ed., Barbieri Elementary School Principal, Massachusetts

• Language: English
• Publisher: Loving Healing Press
• Release date: Feb 1, 2022
• ISBN: 9781615996476

Book preview

101 Tips for: Surviving in a Pandemic: A Generation Z Guidebook

Copyright © 2022 by Kate Battaglia. All Rights Reserved.

ISBN 978-1-61599-645-2: paperback

ISBN 978-1-61599-646-9: hardcover

ISBN 978-1-61599-647-6: eBook

Audiobook available on iTunes and Audible.com

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Loving Healing Press

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Ann Arbor, MI 48105

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Distributed by Ingram (USA/CAN/AU), Bertram’s Books (UK/EU)

This book is dedicated to those who have lost their lives or loved ones to COVID-19.

Contents

Introduction

101 Tips

1. Find safe ways to connect

2. Socially distanced picnics

3. Bike rides

4. Baking

5. Make new playlists

6. Watch and review movies

7. Read!

8. Organize

9. Reach out to new friends

10. Sit down and paint

11. Decorate old shoes

12. Meditate

13. Go on walks

14. Buy chalk

15. Test out new styles

16. Try on new makeup looks

17. Seasonal activities with friends

18. Take up gardening

19. COVID Pups

20. Keep a journal

21. Reflect on your mental health

22. Online worship

23. Try Ancestry.com to trace your family history

24. If unvaccinated for COVID

25. Learn about earlier pandemics and what stopped them cold

26. Stay updated on COVID 19 variants

27. Imagine your future

28. Online shopping

29. Volunteer

30. Forgive!

31. Confront the issue of masks

32. Renew old acquaintances

33. Singing

34. Take a break from social media

35. Don’t miss your prom

36. Redecorate your room

37. Dye your hair

38. Write!

39. Learn a new sport

40. Knit!

41. Go to an antique store

42. Thrift!

43. Support sustainable stores

44. Start a book club

45. Learn how to make friendship bracelets

46. Go to virtual concerts

47. Paint your nails

48. Learn how to make your own coffee or tea

49. Keep a schedule

50. Press flowers

51. Binge