Over the last several weeks I’ve studied many websites to various organizations related to early childhood. However, amid the chaos and this COVID-19 pandemic, most, if not all, are pulling together to help keep children, families, and educators safe. Save the Children has posted resources “by providing tools and tips you can trust for parents, caregivers, teachers and all those who care about children in crisis” (Save the Children, 2020).
“Across America, school districts are making the difficult decision to close due to Coronavirus. An unintended consequence for kids is losing valuable learning and instruction time” (Save the Children, 2020).
In collaboration with No Kid Hungry, they are providing “vulnerable kids with nutritious food and teaching their families how to cook healthy, affordable meals” (No Kid Hungry, 2020). “With each day, the risks to the psychological impact the Coronavirus pandemic can have on children grows. Children living in quarantine or possibly being separated from their families are especially vulnerable” (Save the Children, 2020).
With the understanding of how economists, neuroscientists, or politicians support positive social change through the early childhood field; Save the Children work effortlessly and untiringly to “keep children healthy, safe and protected. With each day, the risks to the psychological impact this pandemic can have on children grow. Children living in quarantine or possibly being separated from their families are especially vulnerable” (Save the Children, 2020).
“As the Coronavirus continues to impact communities across the world, it is essential to ensure that the health, safety and psychological well-being of children are protected” (Save the Children, 2020).
Resources:
No Kid Hungry. (n.d.). Retrieved March 27, 2020, from https://www.nokidhungry.org/
Save the Children. (n.d.). Retrieved March 27, 2020, from https://www.savethechildren.org/
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It is so sad that children have to be separated from their families during this pandemic. I understand the need due to how it is transmitted; however, we heal quickly with loved ones around us. It is sad that school districts are closing. Ours is delayed until April 19th, so far.
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Our schools, so far, do not know when they will reopen. It may not be until the end of April.
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Hi Allison,
COVID-19 is spreading nationwide, and the measures to ensuring children’s safety is to close schools. This unfortunate circumstance does leave an unintended consequence that directly affects children’s instructional time, class participation, and learning new skills. I enjoyed reading your post!
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I appreciate your response. It’s greatly appreciated
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Great post! The COVID-19 is spreading everyone, and at this time of need it is great that many organizations are taking the measures to make sure our children are safe and still receiving a healthy meal.
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Yes. I agree. In our community, the smaller organizations and local aftercare programs are donating food lunches to the kids in the neighborhood.
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