The news can be difficult even for adults. For kids, it might provide a sense of worry and anxiety. 

We asked an expert how we can talk to our kids after difficult events.

Katie Penner is a school psychologist in Winnipeg. She says that parents can help by modelling behaviour to their children.

"It can be a really tough time for children and families. The very first thing is that it's important for parents to model calm and control so that kids know that the people they need to count on our there."

For other adults, a natural reaction might be to try and downplay events. However, Penner says, it's important to be truthful with your kids.

"It's important to not pretend things haven't happened, and be truthful with your kids. It's also important, though, to be developmentally appropriate for your kids. What you say to a younger child such as a six-year-old is going to be different than what you share with a teenager."

Some children are especially sensitive to upsetting events in the news, and might experience anxiousness and want to stay home. But, school can also be one of the best places to go.

"School's a good place for children to experience a sense of normalcy. It's important to maintain a normal routine when these things happen. School can also be a place where they can be with your friends, and experience a sense of community and care."

Penner says that school's can also provide resources for parents, and teachers can also be another source of reassurance. 

The National Association of School Psychologists has more helpful advice online.

Penner says that we should especially "reassure children they are safe and (if true) so are the important adults and other loved ones in their lives. Remind them trustworthy people are in charge." She said those two points are very important in helping children process.

Most importantly, take time to pray with your children about the events. Be honest in your prayers as well, leaving space for questions, lament, etc. And remind them that God has always been faithful to His Word, and so we know He always will be faithful now, and in the future.