We are aware that this can be a challenging time for families, schools and children.We have pulled together some resources which give good advice and some good ideas.

Talking to children about corona virus:

 Answers to common questions from children – see attached ‘how do I feel about corona virus’

 https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/healthierminds/coping-covid-19/

https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19

https://www.tinabryson.com/news/coronavirus-talking-points-for-parents-amp-teachers-with-the-whole-brain-child-approach?fbclid=IwAR1IiVYKbCBRH0OgmrLrdTVFllNo_-H3j8VzGv-ILEhAsJ8wrwJo-_fhnRQ&format=amp&__twitter_impression=true

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/amp/51204456

https://www.children1st.org.uk/help-for-families/parentline-scotland/guidance-advice/talking-to-children-about-coronavirus/

 

 

 

Autism resources:

 

https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/coronavirus.aspx

 

 

Resources for Social and Emotional Learning:

https://characterstrong.lpages.co/educator-resources/

 

 

Activities to do when you’re social distancing:

 

https://opfs.org.uk/get-involved/news-and-events/blogs/activities-for-kids-when-youre-social-distancing/