Take a few moments before clicking “Start” to settle and ground your attention.
Take the time to truly greet whoever is in the room with your full attention.
Choose “speaker view.”
Resist the urge to multitask.
Try to take measured breaks between sessions.
And finally, remind yourself periodically that this is a new place .
Let’s see if we can simultaneously refrain from high expectations without dismissing the clear benefits of online communication!
Well Being tip # 5
Wellbeing tip #3
في بعض الأوقات ، قد يسمع طلابنا ما تثير قلقهم ، ومن المهم أن نتذكر أن أطفالنا يتأثرون بنا ويودون الشعور بالطمانينة حول كيفية الرد والاستجابة. قد يكون من الصعب في بعض الأحيان إيجاد التوازن الصحيح ، ولذا نأمل أن توفر هذه الموارد بعض نقاط البداية للمحادثات واستراتيجيات للمضي قدمًا.
During times of uncertainty our students might be hearing information that brings about fear and worry, and it is important to remember that our children are looking towards us for reassurance and cues about how to react and respond. It can be a challenge sometimes to find the right balance of staying informed, and staying well, and so we hope these resources provide some starting points for conversations and strategies for moving forward.
هناك خيارات لمساعدة اولياء الامور في دعم اطفالهم
A selection of resources to help parents support their children.
Brainpop - an easily accessible popular video for children discussing the virus and how can you prevent it
CDC: Share Facts not Fear - busting some of the myths
COVID-19 Vocabulary Guide - with so much specialist terminology being used, this list can help fluency and aid understanding
Guided Meditation for Children
How to talk to an anxious child about coronavirus
How to support children in times of crisis