A National Tragedy: Helping Children Cope
This one is from the National Association of School Psychologists.
Tips for Parents and TeachersWhenever a national tragedy occurs, such as terrorist attacks or natural disasters, children, like many people, may be confused or frightened. Most likely they will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children cope first and foremost by establishing a sense of safety and security. As more information becomes available, adults can continue to help children work through their emotions and perhaps even use the process as a learning experience.
2. Talking With Children About War and Violence in the World (pdf file)
This one is from Educators for Social Responsibility.
]quote] This guide explores some of the questions that parents and teachers ask most
frequently—in particular about ways to have discussions about events such as war,
terrorism, and military involvement in distant lands. As we reach out to help the young
people we serve, we’re also aware that we as adults are experiencing the same range of
emotions our students are experiencing. In order to maintain our ability to effectively
serve children, we need to remind ourselves to build periods of nourishment and renewal
into our own lives. We hope this guide helps you listen and respond to the concerns of the
children you care about.
3. Helping Students Navigate a Violent World
from the Southern Poverty Law Center
4. National Association of School Psychologists
The link is a lesson plan for teachers, of wider interest, about dealing with disasters and atrocities like the one in Newtown CT.
5. Talking with kids about news - PBS
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