Even as we brace ourselves to live in a brave, new world, it can be a daunting task to prepare our children for the same transition. Even though there are no reports of schools opening anytime soon in India, it is still important to get the little ones acquainted with the routine of wearing face covers and face masks before stepping out of the house. It is important to understand that a vaccine for COVID-19 can take anywhere from 12 to 18 months to come to fruition, which is why teaching kids how to live with this new normal of handwashing, social distancing and wearing face covers is extremely important.