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Tips for Talking to Children About the News
- Determine if your child is old enough to watch and understand the news
- Limit TV watching during prime news times (5pm, 6pm and 10pm)
- Watch the news with your child
- Read the newspaper with your child
- Encourage open communication between yourself and your child
- Ask the child to share his/her feelings about the news
- Talk to your child about the news and the images being shown
- Respect your child's fears and thoughts
- Research the news and facts with your child
- Find kid-friendly news sources for your child
- Discuss with your child's teachers what is being discussed at school
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