Coronavirus: What to Tell Your Kids

Between constant news reports and overheard adult conversations, the situation can be confusing and scary for kids. 
Coronavirus: What to Tell Your Kids
Between constant news reports and overheard adult conversations, the situation can be confusing and scary for kids. Sai De Silva
Barbara Danza
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The global spread of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19 has adults feeling anxious and uncertain, but what about children? Between constant news reports, overheard adult conversations, and whatever they may be picking up from their peers, the situation can be confusing and scary for kids.

Parents may find themselves unsure how best to comfort and guide their children as this situation continues to unfold.

Barbara Danza
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is BarbaraDanza.com
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