Discussing COVID-19 With Young School Children
Many schools working to reopen and provide in-person learning are facing a bumpy ride. Some are forced to re-close due to COVID-19 flare-ups among students and staff.
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Over 1 Million Children Tested Positive For Coronavirus In The United States
Children make up at least 1 in 11 reported U.S. cases, according to a new report.
Twitter, Facebook Remove Trump Post Over False Claim About Children And COVID-19
Both social networks said the president's false claims that children are "almost immune" from COVID-19 violated its policy on coronavirus misinformation.
Bleak UNICEF Report On Kids And COVID-19 ... But There Is Hope
A report on the impact of the novel coronavirus on the children of South Asia pays special note to reports of adolescent suicide — and looks at preventive measures.
Coronavirus Mystery: Are Kids Less Likely To Catch It Than Adults Are?
A new study found kids and teens appear far less likely than adults to actually get infected with the virus. But it is still unknown what role children play in transmission.
How I'm Teaching My Kids Not To Fear Everything During A Pandemic
A mother in South Africa reflects on raising children at a time of crisis — and how to teach them the value of human connection at a time of disconnectedness.
In Spain, Pandemic Restrictions Mean Children Aren't Allowed Outside Their Homes
Under Spain's state of emergency, kids aren't allowed outside their homes. Many have not been out since mid-March. Some local laws would loosen the restrictions, but need central government approval.
'Somewhere Like Home': Uighur Kids Find A Haven At Boarding School In Turkey
Their parents are missing back home in China, likely in prison or detention. "We want them to know they belong to a family that's much bigger than the one they have lost," the school's founder says.
Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus
You may have heard the word "coronavirus" online or on TV. You probably have a lot of questions. Check out our comic to get some answers — and print out a zine version at home.
Coronavirus Is Contagious, But Kids Seem Less Vulnerable So Far
A small study from China finds infected babies have only mild symptoms. And a study of pregnant women who were infected with the virus evaluates whether it can be passed on to their babies.