Talk to your child about Coronavirus

The news can be scary! Please limit your child's exposure to the media and news outlets. Instead, consider your child's age and developmental level and give them the facts that they need - what is it? How does it spread? What if I get it? Remember that your calm presence can help ease the fear that a child may be experiencing. The more they talk to you about their feelings and the calmer your response, the better they will feel.

Have your student's Check-In with Mrs. Surowiec: Google Survey Link

Please read this Parent Guide for Tips on Talking to your Child about Covid-19: Covid-19 Parent Guide

Taken from the EPS's website: "Talking to Kids About Coronavirus K-5"  Everett Public Schools COVID-19 Discussion Topics

Childmind Institute:  

• Article: Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus (English) 
• Article: Cómo hablar con los niños sobre el coronavirus (Espanol)   

National Association of School Psychologists 

• Article: Talking to Children About Covid-19 (Coronavirus) A Parent Resource  

PBS Kids/Children’s Hospital Colorado 

• Video: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus 
• Video: Answering Kids’ Questions About the Coronavirus  
• https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/10-tips-for-talking-about-covid-19-with-your-kids

News2You 

Coronavirus News – Adapted Materials to help families discuss issues around Coronavirus and closures with students with disabilities or students who typically use picture communication systems  

• Talking About Coronavirus Closings  
• What is Coronavirus – Adapted Materials  
• School Closures Social Story 
• Staying Healthy Social Story 

From Sounds Supports (tips for talking with children about the virus and suggestions for additional resources)

• Sounds Supports COVID-19 Flyer

From The Imagine Neighborhood Podcast

• https://www.imagineneighborhood.org/podcast-1

From BrainPOP

•  https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/

From Committee For Children: 

• Second Step COVID-19 Support