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Talk to kids about the Hamas-Israel conflict, experts say, but in an age-appropriate way

Oct 17, 2023 09:00AM ● By Content Editor
Photo: Kids are likely encountering stories about the Hamas-Israel conflict this week, and adults should be ready to answer their questions, say media and child psychology experts. (Maskot/Getty Images)

By 
Jessica Wong - CBC News - October 16, 2023

Whether scrolling through social media or tuning in to news updates, the Hamas-Israel conflict is everywhere, with the subject likely spilling into our children's and teens' worlds.

Adults — parents and educators included — should be ready to answer kids' questions and support them in processing current events, say media and child psychology experts, who shared advice on tackling these tricky conversations.


To read the full story, visit the CBC News site here. 

 

 

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