Talking about traumatic events is always complicated with a class full to students from various backgrounds, including some from war torn countries. Some of the resources High Schools and colleges have been using with advanced English speakers are found here: https://www.choices.edu/teaching-news-lesson/the-ukraine-crisis/
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SEL Learning Resources to Support StudentsThe resources below are provided to build the capacity of adults to help students discuss and process their thoughts and feelings related to the crisis.
For All Ages:
Why the Russian-Ukraine Crisis is Relevant to Teachers
How to Talk with Students About the Russian-Ukraine War: Education Week pulled together 5 tips from their recent coverage of this international crisis to help teachers and principals talk to students thoughtfully and appropriately about what is going on in Ukraine.
Helping Your Students Cope With a Violent World: Edutopia article features strategies for helping children make sense with historical perspective, feel empowered, and inspire them to feel hopeful.
How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War: Common Sense Media gathers tips and conversation starters to help you talk to kids of different ages about the toughest topics.
For Elementary/Middle School Students
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of elementary school children: This article from the American Psychological Association can help adults guide their young children beyond fear and to resilience.
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of middle school children: The American Psychological Association breaks out tips and strategies for parents and teachers of middle school-aged children.
Trauma-Informed Resources for Schools:
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network provides resources that can be filtered by topic or keyword and by audience with a focus on how adults can identify traumatic responses in young people and how to support them.
Additional resources below: