How to talk to children about the Ukraine war - YOU Magazine Fashion Beauty Celebrity Health Life Relationships Horoscopes Food Interiors Travel Sign in Welcome!Log into your account Forgot your password? Password recovery Recover your password Search Sign in Welcome! Log into your account Forgot your password? Get help Password recovery Recover your password A password will be e-mailed to you. YOU Magazine Fashion Beauty Celebrity Health Life Relationships Horoscopes Food Interiors Travel Home Life Even the royals grapple with the problem How to talk to children about the Ukraine war By Georgia Green - March 10, 2022 On Wednesday 9 March, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in London to meet with members of the Ukrainian community and volunteers to hear how the social club is helping during the crisis. Getty Images Since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine on 24 February, the ongoing war has been at the forefront of many people’s thoughts – including children. During the visit, Prince William revealed that their two eldest children, George, eight, and Charlotte, six, have been asking them questions about the Ukraine war. ‘Ours have been coming home asking all about it,’ William said. ‘They are obviously talking about it with their friends at school.’ READ MORE: This is how you can help support people in Ukraine Getty Images It can be difficult to know exactly how to broach such a sensitive and complex subject with children. Education expert at The Profs, Richard Evans, has shared his tips for how to talk to children about the current world news. ‘With the headlines seemingly dominated by war, disease, and other apocalyptic events, it is natural for your child to have questions and concerns. Such conversations can be educational whilst also allowing you to deepen your bond with your child. ‘Most importantly, listen to your child and let them know that you want to help them to make sense of the world because this is an important part of their development. To lessen any anxiety, offer to chat about the news in a comfortable environment such as a reading nook or beanbag. Let them ask any questions that they have – and treat each one with seriousness to show that you care about their views. Try not to be dismissive, judgemental or – worst of all – laugh at their questions or fears. Getty Images Richard suggests researching the basics ahead of your conversation so that you are prepared to answer honestly and calmly so as not to increase anxiety. ‘It is tricky to gauge the appropriate level of information to give, and this depends on age and maturity. Typically, children care most about their immediate family, friends and classmates, and teachers. If appropriate, reassure them that none of these people are in any danger. Many children (and adults) want to know that there are good, competent people working hard to solve these challenges and that good will prevail all. ‘Lastly, support their efforts to make the world a better place: show them how to make a charitable donation or write a letter to their MP or else a supportive social media post for those who are suffering. We all need inspiration from the next generation.’ READ MORE: How to cope with the endlessly bleak news cycle RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Everything we know about The Crown season 5 Aldi s exercise equipment is on sale with up to 50% off The best Halloween events for 2022 across the UK Popular in Life The You magazine team reveal their New Year s resolutions December 31, 2021 Susannah Taylor The TLC tools your body will love January 23, 2022 How to stop living in fear February 6, 2022 Susannah Taylor My pick of the fittest leggings February 27, 2022 Women’ s Prize for Fiction 2022 winner announced June 17, 2022 These BBC dramas are returning for a second series June 30, 2022 Susannah Taylor gives the lowdown on nature s little helper – CBD April 17, 2022 The baby names that are banned across the world April 27, 2022 The Queen has released her own emojis May 26, 2022 Sally Brompton horoscopes 27th June-3rd July 2022 June 26, 2022 Popular CategoriesFood2704Life2496Fashion2240Beauty1738Celebrity1261Interiors684 Sign up for YOUMail Thanks for subscribing Please check your email to confirm (If you don't see the email, check the spam box) Fashion Beauty Celebrity Life Food Privacy & Cookies T&C Copyright 2022 - YOU Magazine. All Rights Reserved