It’s Not Your Fault
Elmo and Karli’s pretend play helps Karli talk through a tough feeling.
Watch the video together with children, then ask: “Why did Karli think Baby Elephant was so sad?” Then ask, “What do you think Karli’s mom meant when she told Karli that her grown-up problem wasn’t her fault?”
On your own:
- Notice how pretend play can help children act out things that are going on in their lives, and observe children’s play for opportunities to talk about what’s coming up.
- Keep in mind that children may need to be told again and again that it’s not their fault!
A Friend Like You
Conversations between Salia and Karli.
Karli & Me Activity Book
This book can support you in building children’s resilience when faced with the unique issues presented by a parent’s addiction.
Karli’s 7 Cs
This adult-child collaborative coloring page helps families have relaxed time together.
Remember the 7 Cs!
Seven important reminders for children whose parents struggle with addiction.
Using These Resources: Parental Addiction
Resources to help providers offer hope and support to children and families coping with the challenges of parental addiction.
Parental Addiction: Healing Families Together
Join us for the second webinar in this series in which we examine how parental addiction affects children.
The Child’s Voice: How Parental Addiction Affects Young Children
Join us for the first webinar in this series in which we examine how parental addiction affects children.
