Helping children understand Covid -19

It is a time like no other and all of us face challenges we have never forecast. It is undeniably an upsetting time for everyone, but as parents, we have to help our kids understand and digest Covid-19 as best we can.

We have gathered some of the best books, flyers and resources for you to use when explaining Covid-19 to your child.

1. Free information book explaining the corona virus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler

https://nosycrow.com/blog/released-today-free-information-book-explaining-coronavirus-children-illustrated-gruffalo-illustrator-axel-scheffler/

2. HSE Corona virus explanation booklet for children

View booklet here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/news/newsfeatures/covid19-updates/partner-resources/coronavirus-explanation-for-children.pdf

3. HSE Tips for Supporting Children with Intellectual Disability 

VIA Developmental & ASD Psychology Service, Carlow/Kilkenny

View information here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/news/newsfeatures/covid19-updates/partner-resources/tips-for-supporting-children-with-intellectual-disabilities.pdf