Resources for Talking to Children About War and Global Conflict
The resources on this page provide parents, educators and other caring adults with age-appropriate tips and guidance on helping children process and cope with their feelings about humanitarian crises.
War evokes a wide range of intense response in both adults and children, including fear, anger, anxiety, and sadness. As parents and caregivers, we may be struggling with our own complex feelings and emotions, and at the same time, our children are likely to be struggling with what they are seeing and hearing.
As parents, we might not have all the answers, and that’s perfectly acceptable. If you feel that your child needs more direct emotional assistance, please reach out to a CHC Care Coordinator to set up a free 30-minute consultation.
Voices of Compassion Podcast
Articles
War, Crisis, Tragedy: How to Talk With Kids When the News is Scary
Resources with Downloadable Tip Sheets or Handouts
How Parents Can Help Children Cope With Trauma [downloadable]
Books
Something Bad Happened: A Kid’s Guide to Learning About Events in the News
You might also be interested in these library resources:
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When conflict or war makes the headlines, it can cause feelings such as fear, sadness,…
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International wars and conflict enhance our sense of danger and may cause worry about what…
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Parents and families across the world have been distressed by the war in Gaza and…
