The story of Barbara takes the young reader on a journey of a child's fear during Covid-19 with going outside in the community.
Through research and discussions with many parents, children today are very fearful of leaving their homes due to the possibility of getting sick and potentially dying.
The book starts off with a character named Barbara who attempts to go out in the community with her parents for a walk.
She is quickly gripped by fear stepping out onto the steps of her house and race.