Here are some ways to help kids understand coronavirus without terrifying them. Get it rightBefore you talk to your kids, make sure you’re armed with accurate information from trusted sources, including government health agencies, the World Health Organization, and credible news outlets. Your kids will likely ask you questions, and the more prepared you are to answer them, the more helpful you can be. Don’t sugarcoatOf course it depends on your child’s age, but if they’re in school, it’s likely they’ve heard about coronavirus already. Whether it’s with your kids or with other parents, here are some of the points you can bring up to combat their paranoia.

Source: Huffington Post January 31, 2020 22:30 UTC