Coronavirus Concerns
There are many concerns over the new virus called Coronavirus or COVID-19.
If you are starting to have concerns it is normal to have those feelings. It might be time to talk to a trusted adult about these concerns if you find yourself worrying a lot. Here are some things that might help.
- Most cases are mild symptoms like a cold or flu.
- We can help reduce the spread by washing our hands frequently.
- Sometimes it might be better to turn off the TV or Social Media if they are causing you to worry.
- Remember Viruses can affect anyone so please don’t blame or make fun of anyone who has gotten sick. We all have gotten a cold or flu before.
- If you find yourself worrying too much find an activity to engage your mind like a craft, a sport, go for a walk, play with your pet, or just find something fun.
Resources for Students
A BrainPop video with some Science explaining Coronavirus
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/
Comic made into a video from NPR
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2EiBzCnn8U
Calming videos for worry and anxiety
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rdmpL6AXuk&t=313s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX9PUQcdQ2U
What is Anxiety
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfSbWc3O_5M
Stress Management Strategies
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fL-pn80s-chttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EXpkVw3fh0
Resources for Parents.
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus –Kides worry more when they’re kept in the dark. A video and article https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/
Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource
Coronavirus and Parenting: What you need to know now
https://www.npr.org/2020/03/13/814615866/coronavirus-and-parenting-what-you-need-to-know-now?utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR1nyf6104CA-O60dR0lxweHjg6g6PZ_XPSGxPpymGwiults96b_cIUWwaQ
Resources For Teachers
NPR comic made into lessons
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/03/07/811616161/kids-around-the-world-are-reading-nprs-coronavirus-comic