Parent Resources

Mindheart - This is a site shared on the Portland Public Schools website. It is a tool to use for younger children to explain what COVID-19 is. (https://www.mindheart.co/descargables )

Reading Activities for Parents and Caregivers -https://www.rif.org/literacy-central/collections/reading-activities-parents-and-caregivers This site has many things to offer to encourage young readers. "Hands-on activities, recommended book lists, strategies for parents and caregivers, alphabet coloring pages, and tips for reading aloud. These printable and downloadable resources support literacy development for a range of ages, abilities, and interests. Many of these materials are available in English and Spanish."

Child Mind Institute -https://childmind.org/backtoschool/ For families and educators alike, the transition into this school year comes with new challenges. Going “back to school” might mean attending in person with lots of distancing, soldiering through another round of remote learning, or some of both. No matter your situation, we’re here with practical tools and expert advice to help you make the best of going back to school during the coronavirus crisis. If your child needs specialized help, learn about clinical care at the Child Mind Institute here.

Reach Out Oregon - https://www.reachoutoregon.org As caregivers, we have experience navigating challenges on behalf of our children and families. And as a community, we have much to offer one another. This is what Reach Out Oregon is all about, a supportive community where you will find: Inspiration, Compassion, and Support.

Talking With Children About Coronavirus Disease -

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/talking-with-children.html

The CDC has created recommendations to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease. Children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear.

COVID-19: Five Helpful Resources for Families - https://consciousdiscipline.com/covid-19-five-helpful-responses-for-families: 1) Young children co-regulate with trusted adults and older children feed off our internal states 2) Focus on safety and connection 3) Create your new normal 4) Give children ways to contribute 5) Give children ways to contribute