How to Talk to Kids About Poverty and Homelessness - DEI Parent Guidebooks

Inside this guidebook, you'll practical guidance for parents and caregivers for addressing children's natural curiosity about poverty and homelessness in a compassionate, informative, and age-appropriate way. With clear explanations, real-life examples, and engaging activities, this resource helps adults create a safe and inclusive environment where children (ages 6-12) can learn about these complex issues with empathy and understanding. These are the steps that we found to be most effective for getting your message across: Subtly learn your child's true opinion of poverty.
Explain the basics about poverty. Discuss poverty stereotypes. Respond to common questions from kids about poverty and homelessness. Cultivate a home environment that fosters empathy for poor people. Please note: Instead of general advice like 'be a good role model' or 'talk about feelings, ' our guidebooks provide specific age-appropriate examples and instructions for integrating diversity and inclusion values into daily life at home.