Terrorism and Kids

Comforting Your Child

• Author(s): Fern Reiss,
• Publisher: Peanut Butter and Jelly Press
• Pages: 158
• ISBN_10: 1893290093
  ISBN_13: 9781893290099
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Education / Teaching / Subjects / Social Science , Family & Relationships / Death, Grief, Bereavement , Family & Relationships / Parenting / General , Political Science / Terrorism , Psychology / General , Psychology / Developmental / Child , Self-Help / General , Social Science / Violence in Society ,

Description:... The world is a scary place.Will your child be OK?Did you know... Children who see terrorism on television are as traumatized as if they had been there? Preoccupation with bruises and scraped knees can be a sign of trauma in children? Watching violence on television makes children more *fearful* in general?"Terrorism and Kids; Comforting Your Child" is an invaluable guide for parents and teachers who are faced with children's difficult questions during these difficult times. This book includes dozens of practical tips for minimizing kids' fears without being overprotective, and specific answers to questions children may ask (What about anthrax and smallpox? Will they bomb us?) You'll learn how to talk about terrorism with your preschoolers, elementary school children, and teenagers, and how to help them feel safe again."A compelling glimpse into today's world and America's newest challenge." --Senator Edward M. Kennedy"A wonderful resource and must-have for every parent and teacher." --Aviva Bock, psychotherapist, Harvard Medical School instructor"Her commonsensical approach is a good place to begin the healing process." --Booklist