I hate that senseless violence
occurs daily in our world. I wish it were not so, but here I am writing to you
all in the wake of another national tragedy. In times like these it is difficult
to know what to say to our children when they ask why you are upset while
watching the news or why something like this would happen. I don't know exactly
what you should tell your children, but I do have a few articles that I suggest
you read to help you prepare to talk with your children about the events in
Boston, or to
help you follow up on conversations you have already had.
The first was
shared with me by Rev. Licia, and provides advice on how to speak with children
of all ages (toddlers through teenagers). http://commonhealth.wbur.org/2013/04/talk-children-marathon-bombs
The second is
from Sesame Street Workshop, and provides advice on how to help your whole
family cope with frightening events. http://www.sesameworkshop.org/our-blog/2013/04/16/more-tragic-times-helping-families-cope/
The third is
from the Fred Rogers Company, and provides advice on how to talk with children
when they see tragic events in the news.
http://fci.org/new-site/par-tragic-events.html
As always Fr.
Reed, Rev. Licia, and I are available to talk with you or your family if you
would like; just let us know.
Peace,
Lauren+
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