New York State on Pause has been extended for two more weeks, through May 28.
How to talk to your kids about Coronavirus
The gist of it is, stay calm. We set the tone for how our kids are going to react.
Be honest, but age appropriate, “We (everyone is) are staying home to keep germs from spreading to our friends.”
Be relatable, “You know how we get a cold and you don’t feel well and you have to stay at home if you get a fever? Right now, we are being helpers by staying home.”
As long as we allow our children to share their thoughts, it becomes less scary for them. Reassure them, there are lots of grown ups helping those who are sick and appreciate us helping, by staying home.
Click the link for tips from an expert on how to talk to kids about the Coronavirus.
Where to get the latest updates on the Coronavirus:
New York State Department of Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CLASSROOM SCHEDULES
Dragonflies Daily Schedule
Fireflies Daily Schedule
Bumblebees Daily Schedule
Ladybugs Daily Schedule
Grasshoppers Daily Schedule
RESOURCES & WEBSITES
The following links are resources and activities you can do with your littles at home:
Download the “Libby” app for books at all levels. Picture books. Read Alongs. & more, for FREE.
NYC DOE: Early Childhood: Learn at Home
NYC DOE: Additional Resources for Learning at Home
Children’s book authors are offering free online videos
Doodle with Mo Willems from the comfort of your home
Your kids can watch astronauts reading stories from space
Have some of your favorite children’s stories read to you by movie stars
100 Indoor activities for kids from Thebestideasforkids.com
12 Famous museums that offer virtual tours from the comfort of your couch
List of education companies offering free subscriptions during school closings
https://www.instagram.com/savewithstories/
https://www.instagram.com/petethecatofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/littleoneslearn/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/
MUSIC
Super Simple Songs – Kids Songs
Preschool Inspirations – Music Section
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