Molly and the two pigeons - Fiona Dunkley

Molly and the two pigeons is a short story for upper primary and lower secondary school children to teach them about Coronavirus in a fun and light-hearted way, and records a significant period of time in history. It could also be used as a teaching tool for parents or teachers. A loveable puppy called Molly forms a friendship with two racing pigeons, Destiny and Grace, who live in a wooden hut in the adjacent garden. Grace is kind-hearted and takes a liking to Molly, Destiny is arrogant and is known as the fastest pigeon in the South, proven by his collection of medals. Their circle of friends expands to include Marv the wise Mandarin Duck, Flash Gordon the Goose and Merlin the Mosquito. This strange group of friends become united through one cause, to find a cure for the Coronavirus and help the people. Their adventures take them far and wide. They travel to China and learn about the origins of Coronavirus. They explore the Yangtze river where they learn about the legend of the mountain peaks. They head to South Korea, where they learn about 'Track and Trace' to prevent the spread of the virus. They also visit Oxford, England, where they explore how a vaccine is made. Their trip to Oxford coincides with a visit from Prince William who Molly takes a great liking to and manages to get a royal stroke from. The author is a psychotherapist supporting key workers during critical incidents, proceeds will be gifted to a charity that supports healthcare workers and the patients they care for.