How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
We know it can be a scary time for families as normal routines are disrupted due to the COVID-19 outbreak. This is a great time to talk to children about what is happening, and empower them to be helpers to keep each other healthy.
For Meet the Helpers resources, videos and tips go to meetthehelpers.org.
Top Three Tips for Families:
- Talk about feelings & facts
Be open and honest with children by sharing age-appropriate facts. Yes, people are getting sick, but it’s like a cold or a flu. We have doctors to help make you feel better if anyone gets sick. - Make children feel safe
Children worry and pick up on emotions from those around them. Make sure they know they are in a safe space and lots of helpers are working to keep everyone safe. - Be germ busters
The best way to help is to develop and reinforce good hygiene routines. Make sure your family is doing these four things:
Wash your hands, cover your cough, rest and make others feel better!