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Should parents shield their kids from news amid pandemic?

Amid pandemic and shelter in place, how much news should kids consume?

03/24/2020

PBS News Hour

Should parents shield their kids from news amid pandemic?

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Amid pandemic and shelter in place, how much news should kids consume?

Many families are finding it difficult to gauge how much news is too much when it comes to their children and teens. With TVs and other devices on around the clock, it’s tough to shield kids from a constant stream of reporting. At the same time, many teens still may not be taking the pandemic as seriously as they should. Author Kelly Corrigan shares her humble opinion on how to keep children safe.

03/24/2020

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