Nursery World - In terror

Woodlands Park Nursery Centre has produced an article on the recent terrible events in the US for its parents' newsletter, says Julian Grenier As adults we have been shaken and disturbed by the terrible events in America. As we struggle to make some sense of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York and the Pentagon, we should remember that children have their own perspectives and need help to cope with their feelings.

As adults we have been shaken and disturbed by the terrible events in America. As we struggle to make some sense of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York and the Pentagon, we should remember that children have their own perspectives and need help to cope with their feelings.

Each family will have its own ways of dealing with sad and frightening events. This article aims to raise ideas, not to set out 'the best way to talk to your child'. That is for you to judge. However, it is our experience at Woodlands Park that young children are highly aware of events in the world, and that all children, including babies, will pick up on anxiety and distress around them and may be affected.

Register now to continue reading

Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's included