A broken bone might seem worse than a sprain, but you'll get over it much more quickly.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Sometimes a broken bone hurts a lot, but it gets better fast. A sprain might not hurt as much, but it takes longer to heal. Owie!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Discuss with your child the difference between a broken bone and a sprain, using the examples from the video. - Encourage your child to be cautious during physical activities, but also remind them that getting hurt is a normal part of growing up. - Play a game with your child where you take turns acting out different injuries and guessing whether it's a broken bone or a sprain. - Teach your child basic first aid skills, such as how to properly clean and bandage a wound.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
GAME: "Which is worse?" INSTRUCTIONS: Ask your child your child to come up with two scenarios and have them decide which one is worse. For example, "Which is worse? Getting a paper cut or stubbing your toe?" Keep the game going by taking turns coming up with scenarios.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
Sometimes things that seem worse are actually easier to overcome. Don't let fear hold you back.
