Families Stand Together

Talking About Change

Communication keeps families together, but talking about the changes that must take place in a household after job loss or lowered family income is stressful for parents and kids. Find tips for reassuring your kids and leading your family through difficult times.

• Breaking the News
  The first conversation you have with your child may be the toughest. Explore ways of addressing specific issues with your child about challenges facing your family. More »
• Answering Your Child's Questions
  Find tips and strategies to answering the many questions your children have, and learn ways for continuing the conversation by creating an atmosphere that allows kids to share their feelings. More »

Families Stand Together™ developed by Sesame Workshop, with generous support from CPB.