PARENTS & CAREGIVERS:

Please read the article from the CDC "Talking with Children About Corona Virus" (linked below) first and the use one of the links I’ve posted in the below with you elementary age child. IF you think it is appropriate for them. Follow it with a discussion with them to see how they are feeling and help calm them is necessary.

How to Talking to your children about the Corona virus

• My Name is Coronavirus
• Corona Brain Pop 
• Social Story Coronavirus -- This was created and posted by Roddensvale School in the United Kingdom. Thank you for allowing school to share this amazing resource. (https://www.facebook.com/RoddensvaleSchool/).

It is also important to maintain a schedule while schools are closed. Below is an example of a daily schedule to help with ideas. Include children be part of the planning process. Including them helps them feel part of the process and more likely to work the schedule. Let them know that this is temporary situation and changes to the scheduled may be necessary at times.

Sometimes you just need a break... from studying, cleaning, or even TV. Below are some ideas for healthy breaks depending on how much time you have for one.

ACTIVITIES TO DO DURING MANDATED SCHOOL CLOSINGS:

20 Screen-Free Things to do with your kids when school is closed.

30 Things You Can Do for Your Emotional Health

Storyline Online -- a free literacy program where actors reading to children)

100 Activities to Do At Home During School Closure