Popsugar Parenting Little Kids How to Calm a Scared Child 25 Phrases to Help Comfort and Calm a Scared Child 11 September 2018 by Laurel Niedospial View On One Page Photo 6 of 25 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 6 "Want to hear a joke?" Getting them to laugh can help separate them from their fears. Laughter really is the best medicine. Previous Next Start Slideshow Little KidsParenting TipsParenting