Wellbeing at Mullum Primary School matters

Here you can find:

Welcome to Mullum Primary Schools online Wellbeing site. This site includes resources to support you and your children.

If you or your child need support please phone Mullum Primary School on 9870 2120. Although we are not at school, we will check for messages regularly, and we will return your call as soon as possible.

In an emergency please call 000.

If you or your child need immediate emotional support, please contact any of the following 24 hour helplines:

Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
Lifeline on 13 11 14
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

Here's a few different ways to explain to your children what the Coronavirus is.

Corona_Virus_Info_for_Young_Children.pdf (1).pdf

Information

Communicating with your children about COVID-19. Click here for written document.

Resources

Click on picture below to take you to the information.

Following are resources from the Australian Childhood Foundation:

This social story finds a simple and easy way of explaining the Coronavirus to children, to help manage worry and anxiety.

Talking-to-Children-COVID-19-Social-Story.pdf

Here is another heartwarming social story that highlights not just the things we have lost due to Coronavirus, but the important things we have found.

MatildaandTheo.pdf

This poster will give parents and carers ways to share connection, comfort and care with children in times of crisis.

COVID-poster.pdf

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and children in Australia

Coronavirus (COVID-19) – frequently asked questionsThis information sheet answers common questions about COVID-19 — including what it is, how it spreads, if you should get tested, who is most at risk and if you should attend public gatherings.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): What parents should knowHow to protect yourself and your children

How to talk to your children about coronavirus: top 10 questions answeredDon't be afraid to talk to your kids about the pandemic. They need to hear from you. Professor Jennie Hudson, Director of Macquarie University's Centre for Emotional Health, has advice that will help.Your children have definitely heard about coronavirus, and right now they are looking to the adults in their life for guidance. Importantly, try

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