• Dogwood students are taught a range of useful coping skills. Tapping or EFT is a new approach to stress relief that we are using. Find out more about this technique below.

    thetappingsolution.com

     

    Many parents/guardians are wondering how to talk to children about the impacts of Covid-19 and the pandemic in a way that will be reassuring and not make kids more worried than they already may be. Here is some advice from the experts at The Child Mind Institute.

    Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus

     

    How can parents help children process what they are seeing and manage their feelings? There is no one right answer. That said, there are a few guidelines parents can keep in mind to help kids deal with troubling news about race and violence.

    Racism and Violence: How to Help Kids Handle the News

     

    Adults have a major role in helping to prevent bullying. Find resources at the link below.

    stopbullying.gov

     

    Is it a phase or a serious problem? Help your child deal with life's ups and downs, from dealing with divorce to preparing for new siblings. Or find out how to understand your child's behavior, whether it's youthful tantrums or teenage depression.

    kidshealth.org

     

    Children's grief awareness:

    childrengrieve.org