Outdoor Classrooms in the Age of Covid-19: Pros and Cons

“We are proposing the outdoors as a piece of the puzzle that could be activated as an additional asset,” Danks said. “Even in small numbers, [outdoor classrooms] will help students’ mental health and reduce the time they spend at home. …If schools make that investment, it will be a cost-effective way to accommodate more kids, …

Helping Kids Get Used to Seeing and Wearing Masks

Here are some more suggestions to help kids become comfortable with masks. Remember, rather than providing too much information, let the kids steer the conversation. Provide some basic information and then let them ask questions. They will only ask for information that they’re developmentally ready to process.https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/…/helping-kids-get-used…

Wearing a Mask–Tips to Teach Children

This article includes links to downloadable and printable social stories that can help students with autism and social communication needs become more comfortable with masks.https://www.drdaycare.com/wearing-a-face-mask-tips-to-teac…/Wearing a mask in public may be new for children. To help reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID 19), the CDC is recommending everyone wear a face mask (not including …

Family and Children’s Books Related to Covid-19–New Hampshire Family Voices

This article suggests a variety of books (including coloring books) that can help children understand Covid-19, manage worries, understand and cope with changes (like not being able to visit elderly relatives), feel empowered, and learn to wear a mask.https://nhfv.org/…/family-and-childrens-books-related-to-c…/