It can be tough to know how to talk to your kids about coronavirus. “Every news outlet seems to be talking nonstop about the new coronavirus, which is causing an illness called COVID-19. Many parents understandably are sharing concerns, too—at least among friends and families. Even at school, children are hearing about this new virus and registering that some adults seem worried.
Given all the discussion about coronavirus, your children might have heard about it and have questions for you. Below are some tips on how to respond to their questions. A separate post will address tips for talking with teens about the questions they might have.” If you want to learn more about how to talk to your kids about the coronavirus click here.