Everyday is not sunshine and roses. The truth is my job is getting harder and harder. But the bottom line is I'm there for the kids and I love each and every one of them. I know I would do anything to keep them safe. It is the most important part of my job. We can not begin to learn if we don't feel safe. It is one of our most basic needs.
Much of the coverage on the news about the the tragic events in Newtown, CT are not age appropriate for young children. The repetition of such scenes can be disturbing and confusing. Children also learn by watching adults closely and listening to their conversations with other adults. It is natural for them to want to talk about things that they don't understand and are frightening. The most important thing for us to do is reassure them that their schools and homes are safe and that adults there to protect them.
Below are some resources about discussing tragic events with children:
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/talkingviolence.pdf
http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/resources_for_families/talking_to_children_about_community_violence
Much of the coverage on the news about the the tragic events in Newtown, CT are not age appropriate for young children. The repetition of such scenes can be disturbing and confusing. Children also learn by watching adults closely and listening to their conversations with other adults. It is natural for them to want to talk about things that they don't understand and are frightening. The most important thing for us to do is reassure them that their schools and homes are safe and that adults there to protect them.
Below are some resources about discussing tragic events with children:
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/talkingviolence.pdf
http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/resources_for_families/talking_to_children_about_community_violence