COVID-19: Resources for Supporting Kids
Understanding COVID-19 Through Comics
The coronavirus is a newly discovered virus. It causes a disease called COVID-19. In some parts of the world it has made people very sick. Click here to read a comic about the coronavirus.
SOURCE: NPR
The Toolbox Project
The Toolbox Project is a program that teaches kids important life skills like resiliency, self-mastery, and empathy. Grab your parent or guardian and click here to explore your own Toolbox!
SOURCE: The Toolbox Project
Coping with the Coronavirus
Things are changing day-to-day, and there’s a lot we don’t know and can’t control. Try some activities below to help deal with some new emotions you may be feeling:
- Label you feelings
- Acknowledge what you can't control
- Make a plan to solve problems
- Do something fun
- Move your body
SOURCE: Coping Skills for Kids
Calming Anxiety
Anxiety is an emotion that usually involves worry & fear. It can affect our thoughts, behaviors & physical reactions in our body. When you feel anxiety, try the following activities to calm down:
- Think of your favorite place or things
- Name animals alphabetically
- Drink a cold glass of water
- Give yourself a hug - squeeze tight!
- Take some deep breaths SOURCE:
Coping Skills for Kids
Self Management
Self-management involves controlling your thoughts, behaviors, and even stress. Here are 6 ways to manage stress:
- Get more sleep
- Get active
- Write down 3 good things before bed
- Talk to a friend about your feelings
- Stay calm and practice relaxation
- Make a schedule and protect your time
SOURCE: Lessons for SEL
Self Esteem Sentence Completion
When you are not feeling your best, finish these sentences!
- I was really happy when…
- Something that my friends like about me is…
- I am proud of…
- My family was happy when I…
- In school I am good at…
- Something that makes me unique is…
SOURCE: Therapist Aid LLC
Worrying Coping Cards
When you are worried, pull out these coping cards to help you calm down. They describe activities like taking deep breaths, listening, drawing your worry, thinking of a favorite place, journaling, writing a happy ending, talking about it, moving, listening to music, practicing a hobby, and thinking about what it is.
SOURCE: Therapist Aid LLC