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The Child Mind Institute created a cartoon series that features two characters, Nixie and Nimbo. These short videos help children learn about fear and anxiety as well as tools to help them manage emotions.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center offers guidance on promoting social-emotional skills in children, including teaching children how to handle disappointment and difficult emotions.
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The Committee for Children has developed an app that provides support to parents through videos and exercises. The app is based on social-emotional learning from evidence-based research. Parent Parachute is available for iPhone and android users and is free of charge while in the beta phase.
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Children with special needs are especially vulnerable during this time. They may be experiencing increased difficulties related to changes in routine. Autism New Jersey provides information on regression in children and offers guidance on ways to intervene and assist children.
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The website Autism Little Learners has free resources for parents and educators that include social stories related to COVID-19. Some examples include Riding the Bus Will Be Different, Wearing a Mask to School, and How to Greet Teachers and Friends During COVID-19.