I Can Calm Myself Down, Slow Down & Settle Down
You can help kids build resilience by teaching them coping strategies they can remember and use on their own.
I Can Calm Myself Down
Slow Down and Settle Down
Pro tip: This activity can benefit both kids and adults, individually or together, one-on-one or in groups. Depending on who you’re working with at a given time, adapt or omit activities as you see fit—you know your kids and families best!
Ask parents and children to share ways they calm and soothe themselves. Share these two videos for more self-care ideas.
Too Many Cooks
Elmo and friends learn that sharing roles helps playtime go smoothly.
Listen to Understand
Elmo and Abby learn that pausing to listen helps them work as a team.
A Time to Talk
Grown-ups work together to help Elmo manage big feelings with care.
Watch and Play: Abby's Magical Dragons
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Watch and Play: Elmo and The Great Cookie Stack
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Adult Teamwork in Children's Tough Moments
When it comes to supporting little ones with big feelings, providers and caregivers work better together!
Sesame Street Communication Board
Sesame Street’s first AAC board features core vocabulary and beloved characters.
