Talking to Your Kids About Violence in the News

Dear SJS Parents,

When stories of senseless violence hit the news, parents are often unsure of what to say to their children, or how to explain suffering that is unexplainable.
 
 The links below from the American Counseling Association, National Association of School Psychologists and others, provide some ideas you might find helpful when navigating these difficult discussions. 
 
 Talking to Children About Tragedies (National Center for School Crisis & Bereavement)

Tips for Parents & Teachers when Talking to Children about Violence

How to Talk to Your Child About Gun Violence
 
 Discussing Hate and Violence with Children

How to Talk to Kids About School Shooting from Yale Medicine