Source: Times of India
The schools are getting opened after a long time. Thus, there is a need for the parents to help their child in going back to school.
And here are few ways:
1. Reduce their anxiety- The children got used to being around their families during this situation. And it can be stressful and difficult for them to separate now. Therefore, a parent should have a proper conversation with the teachers about their kids returning to school.
2. Prep them about what they should expect- The parents should inform their children about the school and measures. They must tell them about mask-wearing, social distancing. And help them to visualize the unusual picture of the school. All this will help the children to reduce their fears.
3. Validate their feelings- The parents should help their child to adapt to the new changes of the school. They should calm their child’s fear and should validate their emotions.
4. Have an honest conversation with your child- The parents should clear out your child’s fear and have an open-ended conversation with them regarding the school reopening. And this will help the parents to understand the problems of the child and their worries.
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