Kids are getting
conflicting information
about the Coronavirus.
First we're told
about social distancing,
now we're hearing that
we should call it
physical distancing.
What's with that and what
is physical distancing?
It's basically a way
of saying social distancing,
but it's more specific,
since the risk of getting
Coronavirus is now high.
As of March 25th
the Canadian government says
you should stay
two meters away from anyone
that doesn't
live in your house.
So, stay home
as much as possible
and if you go on a walk,
don't get close to the people
that you pass.
It's hard.
That's why in some places
they're even
closing playgrounds,
and remember,
always wash your hands
for at least 20 seconds
as soon as you get home.
So, yes, we have
to stay physically apart,
but we can come
together in other ways.
We can still be
social and we should.
It'll make you feel
so much better
to stay in contact
with your friends.
You just have to get
creative and use your phone
or your computer
to stay in contact with them.
I know it's not fun,
but remember,
this won't last forever
and physical distancing
is really important
to help keep the Coronavirus
from spreading.
Remember, if you have
any more questions
that you want answered,
send them over to CBC Kids News
at cbc.ca.
For CBC Kids News,
I'm Saara Chaudry.
