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!
Routines at the Ready: Weekly Schedule
A printable tool for keeping up with routines.
All About Karli: A Story About Reconnecting
A story about reconnecting after a parent and child’s time apart during recovery from addiction.
Plan and Protect
An article about planning for safe caregiving when dealing with substance use.
Thinking Ahead: A Care Plan
A printable page to help plan for children’s care in case of unexpected challenges.
Guest Post: When Plans Don’t Go As Planned
When routines and plans get interrupted, there are ways to talk with children and show them that they’re still safe and loved.
I Can Take Good Care of Myself
A printable page to remind children of all the ways they care for themselves.
Supporting Whole Family Recovery with Sesame Street
A heartfelt and practical discussion on what it means to reunify as a family after treatment for addiction.
