Useful Resources for Caregivers and Early childhood Professionals in the COVID-19 era
We collect, review, and disseminate materials on COVID-19 prevention, parenting at home, maternal and child health, as well as structured lessons and activities, to foster children’s learning.
COVID-19, How to communicate with children and keep your family safe
The Parents' Guide
How to talk to your child about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Hand washing steps in Child friendly version
Why are people wearing masks? Why are people covering their faces?
COVID-19 Information By and For People with Disabilities
| Resource | Organization | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus | Child Mind Institute | Read on |
| How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus | PBS Kids | Read on |
| Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): What parents should know | UNICEF | Read on |
| Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019 | CDC | Read on |
| Why are people wearing masks? Why are people covering their faces? | Zero To Three | Read on |
| Early childhood and COVID-19 | Promise Studio | Read on |
| Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults During the Coronavirus Crisis | Child Mind Institute | Read on |
| Corona virus and what you should know | Mind Heart | Read on |
| Tips to reduce the risk of infection for you and your family | UNICEF | Read on |
| Caring for Children | CDC | Read on |
| Protection of children during the covid-19 pandemic | Better Care Network | Read on |
| Helping children cope with stress during the 2019-nCoV outbreak | WHO | Read on |
| Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 | NASP | Read on |
| Survive and thrive with your young children (Ages 4–10) at home | Medium | Read on |
| Clean hands, clean lives | Squarespace | Read on |
| Checklist for Parents | CDC | Read on |
| Pregnant and worried about the new coronavirus? | Harvard University | Read on |
| Frequently Asked Questions | CDC | Read on |
| COVID-19 Global Pandemic | MfH | Read on |
How to organize home schooling
How to use Khan Academy Kids for remote learning
Free resources and subscriptions for remote learning and home schooling due to coronavirus
COVID 19 Pandemic – Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices
Resources for Learning at Home
Resources for children with disabilities
9 Indoor Activities for Hyperactive Kids
Coronavirus social story
Support for Kids With ADHD During the Coronavirus Crisis
Autism and the Coronavirus: Resources for Families
| Resource | Organization | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times | UNC FPG | Read on |
| Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times | AFRIM | Read on |
| COVID-19: Mental health and Respite | Autism Society | Read on |
| How to care for children with special needs during this lockdown phase | IQ City | Watch |
Play and fun
Help Your Child Learn & Grow
101-activities do at home with toddlers and preschoolers
Learning Through Play
Play Activities for 12 to 24 Months
| Resource | Organization | Link |
|---|---|---|
| NASA Kids' Club | NASA | Read on |
| Stay at home play at home | Read on | |
| Recycle and Play | Read on | |
| The best ideas for kids | The best ideas for kids | Read on |
| Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between | Common Sense Media | Read on |
| Healthy Habits for life | Sesame Street | Read on |
Reading Time
Storyline online
African story book
Storybook for Children on COVID-19
COVID-19, Resources for early childhood development professionals
Guidance for Schools and Child Care Programs
Key Messages and Actions for COVID-19 Prevention and Control in Schools
COVID 19 Pandemic – Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices
UNESCO's COVID-19 Education Response
| Resource | Organization | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Writer’s Tips Videos | Bruce Hale | Read on |
| COVID-19 Educational Disruption and Response | UNESCO | Read on |
| Tele-Intervention and Distance Learning | ECTA | Read on |
| Risk assessment and management in the context of COVID-19 | WHO | Read on |
| 10 steps to incorporating student voice into remote learning | ASCD | Read on |
| Guidance to protect children and support safe school operations | WHO | Read on |
| COVID-19: Health Care Providers, Hospitals and Laboratories | NCDHHS | Read on |
| Tools and Resources for Remote Instruction | Wakelet | Read on |
| Keeping the workplace safe | CDC | Read on |
| What Happened When Hong Kong’s Schools Went Virtual | Smithsonianmag | Read on |
| Integrating Technology into Early Learning: Checklist | EDC | Read on |
| School Communities Rely on Calm and Thoughtful Leadership | ASCD | Read on |
| Transitioning to Online Learning: Pro Tips on What You Need to Know | ASCD | Read on |
| Portal of Education Plan and Policies | UNESCO | Read on |
| COVID-19: 10 Recommendations to plan distance learning solutions | UNESCO | Read on |
| Teaching Special Education Online During COVID-19 | Youtube | Watch |
| Mental health and psychosocial considerations during the COVID-19 outbreak | WHO | Read on |
| Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak: rights,roles and responsibilities | WHO | Read on |
| Children and Coronavirus: Research Finds Some Become Seriously Ill | Nytimes | Read on |
Prenatal and Perinatal RESOURCES
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. Read more
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and Sexual and Reproductive Health
Pregnant or breastfeeding? what you need to know about coronavirus (covid-19)
Coronavirus Guidance for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Patients
| Resource | Organization | Link |
|---|---|---|
| What you need to know about its impact on moms and babies | March of Dimes | Read on |
| Novel Coronavirus “COVID-19”: Special Considerations for Pregnant Women | Womens Health Policy | Read on |
| COVID-19 | NPA | Read on |
| Pregnant and breastfeeding women advised to take precautions | UNFPA | Read on |
| Coronavirus infection and pregnancy | Royal College | Read on |
| Advice for pregnant women who are working in the NHS and other work | Royal College | Read on |
| COVID-19: Every Woman Every Child | EWEC | Read on |