Michael Rosen’s Sticky Mcstickstick: The Friend Who Helped Me Walk Again (2022)

A powerful and personal story from one of Britain’s best-loved authors about his recovery from Covid-19. After being admitted to hospital in 2020 with Covid, Michael Rosen had to learn to walk again. With the support of doctors and nurses and a walking stick he names «Sticky McStickstick», he manages to embark on the slow steps to recovery. This moving picture book from the former Children’s Laureate tells a story of perseverance and hope, and is a testament to the importance of overcoming fear and learning to accept help. (5-12 yrs)