Helping Children Deal with Fears of War

by Marion Erp

The Office of Public Instruction has gathered information that we hope will help you in talking to children about war. The resources we have identified provide timely and pertinent information for parents and teachers alike. The list is by no means exhaustive; more information is available on the Red Cross, FEMA, and U.S. Department of Homeland Security web sites.

http://www.nccev.org/docs/children_warT.pdf
Guidelines which address teachers' questions and concerns arising from the recent onset of war.

http://www.nccev.org/docs/children_war.pdf
Guidelines for parents in talking with their children about war.

http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/talking_to_children_about_terrorism_and_war
20 tips for parents in talking to children about war and terrorism.