Information for Children and Young People

1        Young Scot has a dedicated campaign site

 

‘Find out more about what’s happening and the simple steps you can take to help prevent catching COVID-19 and spreading to others. Also find out more about what you can do if you are feeling anxious and worried, and how you can support others in your community’

https://young.scot/campaigns/national/coronavirus

 

2        The Children and Young People’s Commissioner for Scotland site has some information about children’s rights in a time of crisis and a number of helpful links to resources  

 

https://www.cypcs.org.uk/news/in-the-news/getting-human-rights-advice-in-scary-times-the-coronavirus

 

3        In particular CYPCS recommend the #Covibook for children under 7 which can be downloaded here

 

https://www.mindheart.co/descargables  /  

https://660919d3-b85b-43c3-a3ad-3de6a9d37099.filesusr.com/ugd/64c685_319c5acf38d34604b537ac9fae37fc80.pdf

 

4        Childline have a dedicated Cornoavirus page which covers what coronavirus is, what to do if you are worried and how to cope if you are staying at home

https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/your-feelings/anxiety-stress-panic/worries-about-the-world/coronavirus/

 

NB as above Childline are having to reduce their hours of operation.  As of tonight the phone line / online chat will only be available from 9am til midnight