Disaster Preparedness & Recovery Information
How do I talk with children about tragic events happening in America?
As families, neighbors and teachers try to comfort each other, we are all trying to find the right words, especially in talking with the children we care for. Connect for Kids has gathered a few good resources for adults to help children with their fears and grief.
http://www.connectforkids.org
In response to the Columbine tragedy, Sesame Street Workshop developed a Web site, Tragic Times, Healing Words, on helping children cope with disaster. The site is still a useful tool for parents and teachers.
http://www.sesameworkshop.org/parents/advise/article/0,4125,49560,00.html
Talking to Kids About War
http://AboutOurKids.org
New York University Child Study Center
http://aboutourkids.org/articles/war.html
Talking About Conflict and War - The Learning Network
http://familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,1-4412.html
Talking with Children About War -- Pointers for Parents - The Learning Network
http://www.familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,1-4412.html
Talking with Kids about the News - Children Now
http://www.childrennow.org/television/twk-news.htm
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