Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronavirus Resources

With still so many unknowns related to the coronavirus many people are feeling uneasy, scared, and worried. This is normal. Below are some resources that can help us all take a proactive approach to dealing with this public health threat and help our children process and deal with their feelings during this scary time.

 For everyone:

It is recommended that you . . .

• Wash your hands with soap and water
• Try not to touch your face
• Stay home as much as possible
• When you do have to go out into the public, keep a safe distance from other people (6 ft. is recommended)
• Cough and sneeze into your elbow

 For Caretakers:

It is recommended that you 

• Limit your child’s access to media sources that may increase their worry
• Talk with them about the coronavirus (give facts and consider the developmental appropriateness of the information)
• Allow them to ask questions
• Express your feelings surrounding this public health concern and encourage your children to do the same
• Model coping skills for dealing with fear and worry and support your children in using these skills

 Resources for Caretakers:

Center for Disease Control (CDC): Coronavirus 2019

Enfermedad del Coronavirus 2019 (COVID‑19)

COVID-19 Preparedness at LCPS

Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (SAMHSA)

Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus (Child Mind Institute)

Talking to Children About COVID-19/ Coronavirus (National Association of School Psychologists- NASP)

How to Talk to Your Child About Coronavirus/ COVID-19 (KidsHealth)

Schools and Coronavirus: What You Should Know (National Education Association- NEA)

 Resources for Elementary Kids with Caretaker Guidance:

Coronavirus (Brain POP)

Coronavirus (Julia Cook)

Coronavirus: What Kids Can Do (KidsHealth)

Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus (npr)

Just for Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus Video (Youtube)