Helping Kids Resolve Conflicts
Conflicts happen in any relationship. It’s how we resolve difficulties that matter. Kids can learn social skills by watching how Elmo handles a problem.
Watch the video together and ask kids to tell you what happened in Elmo’s story in their own words. What was the problem Elmo was facing? What did his teacher suggest? How did he handle it? When have kids faced a similar conflict?
Bubble Time
A quiet activity such as blowing bubbles can help both children and adults breathe deeply, slow down… and calm down.
Safe & Together
When families have to leave home in order to stay safe, it helps to remember that home is where the love is.
Listen, Feel, and See with Elmo
When children are in the hospital, this mindfulness game can help them soothe themselves.
Cookie Monster’s Beach Day
When children are in the hospital, their imagination can become a valuable tool in soothing themselves.
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
Toddler Tips: Meltdowns
Strategies for during and after a meltdown…and even some ways meltdowns might be avoided.
