Last updated on September 8th, 2023 at 08:34 pm
When tragedy strikes, it’s very difficult to know how and when to share the news with our children. The age and maturity level of your child will play a big factor to determine if/when you share tragedies with your kids. We’ve gathered resources below to help you make the best decisions for your children. This list will be updated as more resources are found. To contribute resources, email community@Twiniversity.com.
Explaining the News to Our Kids, Common Sense Media
Helping Children Cope in Unsettling Times; Tips for Parents and Children, National Association of School Psychologists
How to talk with your children about anti-Semitism, PJ Library
Responding to Crisis, Jewish Education Center of Cleveland
Strategies for Talking and Listening, PBS: Talking with Kids about News
Toolkit for “When Bad Things Happen”, Southern Poverty Law Center
When Bad Things Happen, Be a Helper, Southern Poverty Law Center
When Bad Things Happen, Southern Poverty Law Center
Anxiety and PTSD, how to identify in students
Talking to kids about Pittsburgh and Anti-Semitism (Handout)
The National Child Trauma Stress Network
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