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COVID-19 Parenting Resources
Links and information about coronavirus for families Last updated March 20, 2020. Printable PDF available for download here.
General Information About Coronavirus for Families
2019 Novel Coronavirus
Information on COVID-19 and tips for parents on how to keep kids healthy, how to handle school closures, and how to talk to kids about COVID-19.
- English: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.aspx
- Spanish: https://www.healthychildren.org/spanish/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/paginas/2019-novel-coronavirus.aspx
- Source: HealthyChildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Talking to Children About Coronavirus/COVID-19
Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
A webpage with tips for parents on how to talk with their children about Coronavirus. The tip sheets are available for download in English, Spanish, Amharic, Chinese, Korean, French, and Vietnamese. 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
Source: National Association of School Psychologists and National Association of School Nurses
Talking with Kids About COVID-19 (Podcast)
Nicole Dempster, PhD, pediatric psychologist of Nationwide Children's Hospital, talks with Prognosis Ohio podcast host Dan Skinner about strategies for talking with kids about COVID-19. https://www.wcbe.org/post/talking-kids-about-covid-19
Source: National Public Radio and WCBE (Central Ohio Public Radio)
How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
Discussion guide for talking with children about coronavirus that is focused on correcting misinformation, reassuring children of their safety, and what families can proactively do to stay safe. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus
Source: PBS
Talking About the Coronavirus
Tip sheet for parents for talking about the coronavirus with young children. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/3210-tips-for-families-talking-about-the-coronavirus
Source: Zero to Three
Talking with Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
A fact sheet for parents, caregivers, and teachers with strategies for helping children manage their stress during an infectious disease outbreak. It describes potential reactions among youth and the support adults can provide to help them. https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Talking-With-Children-Tips-for-Caregivers-Parents-and-Teachers-During-Infectious-Disease-Outbreaks/PEP20-01-01-006
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Talking to Children About Disasters
Tips for parents on talking about disasters with children to help them cope effectively.
- English: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Pages/Talking-to-Children-about-Disasters.aspx
- Spanish: https://www.healthychildren.org/spanish/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/paginas/talking-to-children-about-disasters.aspx
- Source: HealthyChildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Parenting During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Taking Care of Your Family During Coronavirus and Other Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreaks
A two-page tip sheet with advice and resources for staying informed, practicing good basic hygiene, and managing stress during an infectious disease outbreak. https://www.cstsonline.org/assets/media/documents/CSTS_FS_Corona_Taking_Care_of_Your_Family.pdf.pdf
Source: Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress
Parenting Through Community Crises and Disasters
Resource page for parents on talking with children about crises and disasters that includes question prompts and discussion guides, as well as information about stress and trauma in children. https://www.mghpact.org/for-parents/parenting-through-community-crises/
Source: Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center PACT Program
Parenting During COVID-19
Parenting tips for addressing children’s reactions and anxieties about the coronavirus outbreak and its impacts. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/little-house-calls/202003/parenting-during-covid-19
Source: Psychology Today
Positive Parenting An infographic on parenting behaviors that foster a child’s capacity to love, trust, learn, and grow.
- English: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/2240-positive-parenting-infographic
- Spanish: https://www.zerotothree.org/espanol/infografia-de-crianza-positiva
- Source: Zero to Three
Managing Your Own Emotions: The Key to Positive, Effective Parenting
Guidance for parents on the influence their reactions have on children’s behavior and tips on how to respond to help children develop and foster their coping skills.
- English: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/338-managing-your-own-emotions-the-key-to-positive-effective-parenting
- Spanish: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/1860-el-manejo-de-las-propias-emociones-la-clave-para-los-estilos-de-crianza-de-ninos-positivos-y-eficaces
Source: Zero to Three
Recognizing and Managing Stress
Children’s Responses to Crises and Tragic Events
Tips for families and early childhood education staff on what children’s responses to crises and tragic events may look like. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/publication/childrens-responses-crises-tragic-events
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with the Coronavirus Disease 2019
Tips for parents and caregivers on the possible physical and emotional impacts of an infectious disease outbreak and what they can do to help their family cope. https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019
Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Facts for Families: News and Children This Facts for Families guide discusses strategies for minimizing the negative effects that watching the news may have on children. https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Children-And-The-News-067.aspx
Source: American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Supporting Young Children Isolated Because of Coronavirus Tips for talking about the coronavirus with children; includes tips for children who are socially isolated as a result of COVID-19 associated stigma. In English and Chinese. https://911.lsuhsc.edu/coronavirus/docs/Talking-to-Young-Children-CoronaVirus-Translation-Combined.pdf
Source: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Helping Children Cope with Frightening News
WHO infographic on helping children cope with stress during the COVID-19 outbreak, suitable for display or distribution in the office practice. https://www.epi-win.com/all-resources/helping-children-cope-with-stress-during-the-covid-19-outbreak
Source: World Health Organization Information Network for Epidemics
Disaster and Trauma Parent Resource Center
This page includes Facts for Families on many aspects of dealing with trauma, grief, post-traumatic stress, and other mental health conditions that arise from disasters, and links to many other resources for families and children dealing with disasters. https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Disaster_Resource_Center/Resources_for_Parents_Disaster.aspx
Source: American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Social Distancing and Staying Home
Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
This tip sheet provides information and resources to help individuals take care of their behavioral health during social distancing, quarantine, and isolation related to an infectious disease outbreak. Includes tips on self-advocating, working with employers to reduce financial stress, and coping strategies.
- English: https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/tips-social-distancing-quarantine-isolation-031620.pdf
- Spanish: https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894spanish.pdf
- Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Helping Homebound Children During the COVID-19 Outbreak
A two-page tip sheet for parents with approaches for managing homebound periods for children and families, such as school closures and social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. https://www.cstsonline.org/assets/media/documents/CSTS_FS_Helping_Homebound_Children_during_COVID19_Outbreak.pdf
Source: Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress
COVID-19: How to Help Kids Deal with School Closings and Cancelled Plans
Tips to help parents and kids handle the challenges of school closings and social distancing. https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/700childrens/2020/03/school-closings-cancelled-plans
Source: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Activities and Resources for Families and Children at Home
Below are a few examples of the many online resources to help parents find enriching and entertaining activities for children while they are practicing social distancing and quarantines during an infectious disease outbreak.
How Can I Tell If an App Is Good for Learning?
Tips for families for finding learning-focused apps and websites. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/learning-with-technology/how-can-i-tell-if-an-app-or-a-website-is-really-good-for-learning
Source: Common Sense Media
Helping Your Family De-Stress During Coronavirus Anxiety
Tip sheet for parents on how to manage anxiety, stay active, and focus on family well-being. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/help-your-family-de-stress-during-coronavirus-uncertainty?
Source: Common Sense Media
New York City Department of Education: Learn-at-Home Resources This page provides supplementary learning resources for children home from school. https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/learn-at-home
Source: New York City Department of Education
Brooklyn Public Library: Virtual Storytime
Storytime activities geared toward young children. https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/list?age[0]=12986
Source: Brooklyn Public Library
Daily Art Challenge
Daily art challenge for families. (Note: Requires Facebook account and login.) https://www.facebook.com/follow.your.art.community/
Source: Follow Your Art, LLC
PBS Kids
Activities and educational games for children, geared toward a younger audience. https://pbskids.org/
Source: PBS
Online Education Classes for Every Age and Grade
An expansive list of online educational resources, apps and games. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/coronavirus-closed-schools-here-are-online-education-classes-for-every-age-and-grade/
Source: CNET
