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Helpful resources for talking to children about Coronavirus

A short book about Coronavirus for children under 7.

Covibook

Drs Chris and Xand explain the situation

Newsround video

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Resources for children and young people with additional needs:

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An autism-friendly explanation in social story format

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Carol Gray’s social story for Coronavirus -

contains a link to the most up to date version of their “Easy Read” for young people and adults with learning difficulties