01/16/2025
Tragedies, such as the Wildfires in California can be a difficult topic to approach. Handling these discussions with care can open the door for new conversations and help children feel comfortable asking questions and talking through events in the future.
“The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents, teachers, childcare providers and others who work closely with children to filter information about the event and present it in a way that their child can understand, adjust to and handle in a healthy way.” (healthychildren.org)
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/talking-to-children-about-tragedies-and-other-news-events.aspx
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents, teachers, child care providers, and others who work closely with children to filter information about the crisis and present it in a way that their child can accommodate, adjust to, and cope with. Includes the video, "AAP Tips on Talking t...