It is the first time that Prince William, 37, and Duchess Catherine, 38, are discussing the daily pandemic with Prince George, six, Princess Charlotte, four, and Prince Louis (who will be two on April 23) in the Express publicity.
"There are ups and downs, like in many families that are isolating themselves," Duchess Catherine, 38, admits in an interview with BBC reporter Tina Dahely. Kate does not want to hide the serious background of the current situation from her children. "Even if you don't want to scare them and overwhelm them, I think it's appropriate that they know. In a simple way, in an age-appropriate way."
Prince William supports Duchess Catherine in home classes
Like many other parents, Kate and William are currently facing another challenge: On March 20, Prince George and Princess Charlotte's school, Thomas's Battersea School in London, switched to distance learning until further notice. The Cambridge kids now have to learn French, art, history or geography at the desk in Note Hall, their parents' country home in the east of England.
"Yes, home classes are fun," confirmed William in the BBC interview, laughing meaningfully. The message seems clear: it is not a cardboard handle. "Don't tell the kids that we'll go through it on vacation too. I feel very mean," added Kate with a smile and added: "But the kids have so much stamina. I don't know where from, to be honest. "
Kate had already assumed the leading role as a teacher, an insider "The Sun" reported in March. "But William also rolls up his sleeves and kneels in. Both find the experience very rewarding, but it made it clear to them what a great job our teachers do."
Mini-Royals George, Charlotte and Louis stay at home
So that there is no boredom and the children can let off steam, there are also school activities as well as play activities. "You set up a tent, you take it down again, you cook, bake and come to the end of the day. You (the children) have a good time," Kate tells the BBC about her current everyday life.
An insider told "Fabulous Digital" a few weeks ago: "George, Charlotte and Louis are now enjoying their freedom in the extensive gardens of Note Hall. Climbing frames, a climbing wall and swings are a big part of the outdoor activities of the Cambridge. And Kate fishes in the pond and takes notes to record what they have discovered. Bird watching with binoculars is another children's favorite. "
The Duchess of Cambridge is said to be less impressed by another leisure activity that is popular with children. "Kate is usually very strict about television and keeps it to a minimum," Royal reporter Katie Nicholl told OK! Magazine. Own tablets, computers or cell phones are taboo for George, Charlotte and Louis.
On the other hand, the little ones are allowed to use their parents' devices – when it comes to talking to Grandma Elizabeth, Grandpa Michael and other family members via video transmission. "It's a very good way to stay in touch and see each other," William said in the BBC interview.
The cambridges work from the home office
William and Kate no longer attend public appointments, but they still have enough work in their home office. "The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are in regular contact with organizations and patrons to understand the problems they face in this difficult time," the couple said on the couple's Instagram channel.
George, Charlotte and Louis even supported their parents in the "Clap for Carers" campaign. Papa William then put the cute video of the clapping mini royals online.
Sources used: instagram.com/kensingtonroyal, thesun.co.uk, dailymail.co.uk
This article originally appeared on Gala.de.