Get Your Kids Writing to Show Support During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Because you have to work, they have to learn, and you want to do something to help

Becky Grant
Family Matters

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Your local school has just closed. Now, you’re stuck at home with your kids for the unforeseeable future. Your children may be feeling anxious and unsettled. Or, they may view this as an extended holiday for playing video games and watching TV. You don’t want your kids watching TV all day, but you have to work from home. What do you do?

If you’re struggling to think of useful things for your children to do while you’re all homebound, here are three ideas to get your children writing, teach gratitude and appreciation, and maybe brighten someone’s day.

1. Write ‘thank you’ cards to medical professionals

Medical professionals are on the front lines during this coronavirus pandemic. They may soon be overwhelmed if they are not already. If you feel helpless, but would like to show your appreciation and support, encourage your children to draw pictures and write ‘thank you’ cards.

If you know someone who works in the medical profession, drop a card off in their mailbox. Or, mail a card to your local hospital or doctor’s office. Not only will this get your children…

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Becky Grant
Family Matters

Coffee-loving, car singing elementary school teacher and mother of boys. Screenstrong Ambassador and parenting blogger.