Bert & Ernie: Same & Different
Appreciating what makes us different helps us grow, and that’s what friends are for!
Listen to Bert and Ernie celebrate their friendship…disagreements and all. The pair can teach us a lot about celebrating similarities and differences and understanding others’ perspectives. After watching the video a few times, try this exercise at home to explore what makes this classic friendship so special!
Draw two overlapping circles (a Venn diagram) on a sheet of paper, and write “Ernie” above one and “Bert” above the other. Using the video as a guide, write everything you know about Bert and Ernie (“Bert likes to sleep,” “Ernie likes to stay up and talk”), with the qualities they share in the section of the circle that overlaps (“They are kind.” “They like playing with each other.” “They can both sing.”)
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.
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
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.
Toddler Tips: Meltdowns
Strategies for during and after a meltdown…and even some ways meltdowns might be avoided.
Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
