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Please find here a couple of social stories that have been written to help children understand a little about the Coronavirus and to ease their worries. The first one is for younger children and the second one for slightly older children. Although we are looking at these stories in school, please consider reading them with your child/ren if they are concerned. The ‘Worry Monster’ in school has been very busy with lots of children worrying about coronavirus-related issues, as a result of the current uncertainty and things they may have heard from various sources. Attached here is also a simple sheet about how to talk to children about the virus.

https://www.learningandwellbeing.org/social-stories

Please see below for details of a course offered by Nessie, exploring the links between Autism and Anxiety, providing an opportunity to share experiences and discuss effective support strategies.

Please note that this course is suitable for parents of children aged 9-14 years, pre- or post- diagnosis of Autism.

Please follow the link below to see details of a NESSie training event in collaboration with The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living. You will need to scroll down to the right course to see the details!

Parent Forum – Anxiety in Children and Young People Wednesday, 25 March 2020 7:30pm to 9:30pm
The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Hitchin Road, Letchworth SG6 3NA
Cost: £10 per person
Booking: https://www.letchworthcentre.org/classes/lunchtime-talks-and-workshops/

Please see below details of an Emotional Wellbeing course being held for parents of primary aged children on 18th March 2020.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/emotional-wellbeing-masterclass-primary-18th-march-tickets-87962424981?aff=erelexpmlt