Engaging in purposeful, meaningful and strategic conversations with children can directly support children’s language comprehension, an important component of reading.
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Given the clear importance of language skills for lifelong outcomes, it is critical to set children up early for language success.
Parents can help children feel optimistic by listening to and validating their worries, teaching them coping strategies, reviewing safety protocols and supporting them when they face difficulties.
It’s natural for children to be aware of the stress adults may be feeling about the COVID-19 pandemic. Child psychologists offer some practical advice for parents on how to talk to their kids.
Children’s needs change as they grow and develop, so parents should attune themselves to talking to their children in age-appropriate ways that demonstrate ongoing care.
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Professor, Canada Research Chair in Determinants of Child Development, Owerko Centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary
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Assistant professor, School of Psychology, Scientist, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa
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PhD Student, Department of Psychology, University of Calgary
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Professor of Psychology, Western University
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Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal
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PhD student, Cognitive Psychology, University of Calgary
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Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Calgary
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Instructor, Faculty of Education, University of Windsor
