Tips to Discuss Current Events With Kids

In this age of media and excess of information coming from all sides, it is very critical for a parent to come up with a strategy on not only the type of content that they want their kid to be exposed to (Through TV, magazines or from other kids) but also to figure out what to do in the case when kid asks about something and how best to explain it to them.

In this article today, we will discuss few such tips which can help you discuss current events with your kid without causing any alarm or confuse them further.

1) Understand How Much Does Kid know Already

Before explaining anything about any particular even, first a parent must try to figure out the source of information and the extent up to which the child already knows. It is critical to model your conversation in such a way as to answer all their questions properly and also to protect them against any misconception or wrong information.

2) Don’t be afraid to discuss certain Distressing Information

It is completely understandable if you want to shield young kids from certain disturbing information but it might not be possible for school going kids who can get exposed to some half cooked information in the school. Rather than waiting for your kid to ask you for the information, if there is any critical information if you deem fit, please discuss with the child yourself so that they have the correct information.

While discussing any such information, please do make sure that they feel safe, ask about their feelings and carefully monitor them for any behavioral changes which can signal stress. Show them emotions and affection as necessary to make them feel comfortable.

3) Teach your kids how to find Information themselves

Introduce your kids to some reputable child friendly news sources so that they can get the correct information which can also help them intellectually. Try spending some time on a daily basis with your kid to review the latest news together and answer all their questions which will help form a very useful habit in the child.

4) Ask Child about their Feeling & Concerns

Instead of just introducing them to the topic, pay attention to how they feel about any topic and feel free to share your own understanding and emotions about the topic. This will help them differentiate between right and wrong and also put them at ease so that they can feel emotionally connected with you and share their own thoughts with you in future.

If you have any other ideas on this topic which you would like to share with other parents, please feel free to let us know by adding a comment below.