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- 2020 (March - June) COVID-19 School Closure Materials
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- Talking to Kids about COVID-19
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- 2020 (March - June) COVID-19 School Closure Materials
Supporting Students During COVID-19
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The past few weeks have undoubtedly raised many questions for parents about how best to support their children with regard to growing concerns about COVID-19. State-wide school closures over the past few days may have also served to increase those concerns and worries for parents and students. Below are a few resources that may be helpful for parents in managing their own worries and when having conversations with children about COVID-19.
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Five Ways to View Coverage of the Coronavirus
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Guidelines for Talking with Students about the Coronavirus
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Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19
A resource document from the National Association of School Psychologists.
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How Teachers Are Talking to Students About the Coronavirus
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How to Talk to Kids about Coronavirus
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Just for Kids: A Comic Exploring the New Coronavirus
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Managing Reactions to the Coronavirus (Riverside Trauma Center) - PDF Document
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Talking to Children about COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
Tips from the American Psychological Association.
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Talking to Children about COVID-19: A Parent Resource
Joint guidance from the National Association of School Psychologists and the National Association of School Nurses.
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What Parents Need to Know about Coronavirus