COVID-19. Information for children, adolescents, parents and professionals

What you need to know about the virus to protect you and your family

Kindergarten teacher and a child

Resources for children, parents, professionals

A child playing in kindergarten part of UNICEF Quality Inclusive Education Package

Resources for children and adolescents

UNICEF has developed a series of materials to provide children and young people with advice on how to stay safe.

A boy is reading on a notebook at home next to his mother

Resources for parents and caregivers

UNICEF has developed materials to help parents and caregivers in managing their children's emotions and questions.

UNICEF professional visiting vulnerable family in Bacau county.

Resources for professionals

UNICEF has developed materials for field professionals that are helping vulnerable families during COVID-19 to keep them safe, healthy and informed. 

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Blog posts from children to children

Romanian Children's board members have developed a series of blog posts to share what activities they have while staying at home. 

Children and adolescents

Tips to stay safe

Teenagers' mental health during coronavirus

For teenagers facing life changes due to the outbreak who are feeling anxious, isolated and disappointed, know this: you are not alone. We spoke with expert

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Coronavirus: Information for children and young people

Learn about the new coronavirus and how you can protect from it

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How to throw away used masks responsibly

Children take action against climate change, at World’s Largest Lesson 2020

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For children, parents and professionals

What children, parents and professionals need to know about school reopening in the age of coronavirus.

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Parents

Useful information for parents

Tips for parents

At the start of a new school year, especially during COVID-19 times, communication between schools, parents/caregivers, students, and teachers is critical.

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How parents can support their child through COVID-19 losses

A psychologist's advice on helping your children process loss and grief during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Q&As for parents about COVID-19

Characterizing COVID-19 as a pandemic is not an indication that the virus has become deadlier

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6 ways parents can support their kids during the pandemic

Though all children deal with such emotions in different ways, if your child has been faced with school closures, cancelled events or separation from friend

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Professionals

Stay safe while helping children and vulnerable families

How to protect frontline workers

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Tips for schools on how to strengthen communication

During a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic, strengthening communication, transparency and trust is key to proper containment measures.

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How to keep children safe in kindergarten?

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Blog posts from children

Inspiration from children on what to do home

Romanian Children's Board - blog #4

Discover a mini-series of blogs written by children for children.

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Romanian Children's Board - blog #3

Discover a mini-series of blogs written by children for children.

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Romanian Children's Board - blog #2

Discover a mini-series of blogs written by children for children.

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Romanian Children's Board - blog #1

Discover a mini-series of blogs written by children for children.

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Posters

Download useful materials

Poster - What should I do if...

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How to talk about the new coronavirus

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How to spend your time at home

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Coronavirus portrait poster

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