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Coping with disaster: books can help

November  2, 2012

It's been called the "perfect storm." Odd name for a destructive confluence of energy that changed people's lives, some forever. But super-storm Sandy did happen and like so many other natural disasters, it's up to adults to help children cope.

There are many guides to help children cope with a natural disaster like Sandy, but one of the most comprehensive was done by Bright Horizons after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita hit the Gulf coast. It includes books to share with children organized by topics such as 'homelessness' and 'grief and loss.' There are additional resources for adults and suggestions on specific ways to address difficult topics.

There are no easy answers for those suffering from the aftermath of a natural disaster. There is no one way to tackle these issues. But books can open minds and conversations that benefit children and adults.

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Thanks, once again, Maria, for this timely information! I passed it on to our school faculty.

Posted by: Carolyn  |  November 04, 2012 08:38 AM

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Maria Salvadore
Washington, DC
Maria is an adjunct faculty member at the University of Maryland, reviewer for School Library Journal and Capitol Choices, and former member of the American Library Association's Notable Children's Book Committee.
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