Talking to kids in the aftermath of scary news

This original web series explores hot parenting topics and shares simple tips to make parenting easier. Hosted by Angela Santomero, the creator of Blue’s Clues and Super Why, The Parent Show features wise and wacky interviews with experts and others including chefs, puppeteers, PBS personalities and even a rock star!

Talking to kids in the aftermath of scary news

Season 1 Episode 4 | 3m 32s

Tornadoes. Tsunamis. Terrorists. There's no shortage of scary stories in the news. So, what can you do if your child starts asking questions that you're not prepared to answer? Have no fear! Dr. Rosemarie Truglio, VP of Research and Education at Sesame Workshop, has some simple strategies to help you respond.

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