By Shannon Prather, Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 20, 2020
It’s been a rough year for everyone, but especially for kids.
The coronavirus pandemic closed schools, limiting access to trusted teachers and friends, even playgrounds. Financial strain taxed some families as parents lost jobs. Then came George Floyd’s death, followed by both peaceful protests and civil unrest, including burning buildings and tear gas.
“It’s been hard times,” said St. Paul resident Kiarra Story, mom to an 8-year-old daughter, Kiley. “She is feeling everything coming down on her at such a young age.”
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