Keep Empathy Central: We are all more than one thing. It is hard to know all that is happening in the lives of families and helpers. A caregiver is not only a parent, grandparent, or guardian and a helper is not only a teacher, therapist, or support staff. We can build relationships by listening to one another and acknowledging each other’s experiences and perspectives.
Talking to Children about Difficult Things in the News
During times of tragedy and difficulty in the news, it can be difficult to know whether and how to talk to children about what is happening in their world. In this resource we offer ideas and support for guiding children through news about difficult current events.
Educators in all sorts of settings may work with adoptive, foster, and kinship families, and the children within them. The lessons within this resource are to support those educators, as they in turn support these children and families.
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