Dare to Draw
For visual learners (and comic fans), these printables are colourful, entertaining & informative
If your kid is taking part in Dare to Draw, they probably have some questions about their undertaking. It’s great that your kid cares, and luckily the Stephen Lewis Foundation has some helpful tips on how to talk to your kids about AIDS to equip you with the facts to answer those tough questions. For another kid-friendly resource, check out these bright and colourful printables made by the New York State Department of Health. Give ‘em a read for an informative post-drawing activity.
The Super Sleuths Learn About AIDS and HIV
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Dare to Draw
For curious kids wondering why they’re Daring to Draw
It’s a tough subject to tackle, but we feel caring kids want to know why it’s important to raise funds for this worthy cause.
What is HIV? What is AIDS?
HIV is a virus that lives in fluids, like blood, in your body. The virus stops the body from making T-cells, the cells which fight infections. When HIV has really hurt the body’s ability to make T-cells, a person develops a condition called AIDS and gets very sick. They could die, but they could also get better with proper medication from a doctor, as well as nutritious food and clean water. There is no cure yet, but people living with HIV can live long and healthy lives.
HIV is not easy to catch. You can’t catch it from touching, playing, coughing, sneezing or kissing. Read more...
