Social and Emotional Learning

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. During this time, parents and students may feel a heighten sense of fear and anxiety . Below are some activities that families can utilize as they discuss Covid-19 at home.

Parent Led Activities

How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus: Keeping your own anxiety in check is key.

By now, your children may have heard about the new coronavirus, whether it’s from a snippet of a news briefing or from other kids at school. So what should you tell kids about the coronavirus, and how? We spoke to a pediatrician, two psychologists, a pediatric infectious disease specialist and a safety expert for their best tips.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/parenting/coronavirus-kids-talk.html

Student Led Activities

It can be hard for little ones to adjust to new routines and expectations. Help channel their mental and physical energy through yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed specially for kids aged 3+! These videos are sure to keep kids engaged while helping them develop self-awareness and self-regulation skills. https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga/featured