Katie Helps Elmo See the Adventure
Big changes? Big feelings? Big adventure!
When everything is new and different, there may be a lot of big feelings. Remind children that change can also be the start of a big adventure!
Watch the video together. Then:
- Talk about all the changes a new move, a new neighborhood and school, and new friends, may mean. Ask, “What do you think might be hard about this change? What might be exciting?”
- At the end of each day, compare notes. What was the best new thing you discovered today?
- Together, take photos (or draw pictures) of the new people, places, and things. Gather them together and make a “new adventure” album.
Daily Movement
Moving as a family is great self-care, and can be easy and fun.
Meal Planning
Healthy eating is a great form of self-care, especially if you have a plan.
Being Still and Quiet
Self-care can be as easy as creating a little quiet.
Practice I Notice, I Feel, I Can
Try this three-step plan to help the whole family manage feelings big and small.
Taking Care of Us: A Guide to Help Military Caregiving Families Grow in Emotional Well-Being
A guide with information and activities to help military caregiving families learn about and grow in emotional well-being together.
Piece by Piece
A storybook, featuring Rosita and her family, about the special strength of military caregiving families.
Compassion in Daily Moments
Simple ideas to help adults and children practice self-compassion in daily life.
