Communicating Through Feelings
We can help children manage their emotions – a key part of resilience!
When children learn to regulate their own emotions and behaviors, they’re more able to build positive relationships and experience success in school and life. We can help our children navigate their emotions by talking about feelings during our daily routines.
Watch this short video to learn simple strategies you can use with your kids.
After watching, you might take a look at a few resources, like Watching for Signs of Stress, and Feelings Have Names, to help put these strategies into practice.
Safe & Together
When families have to leave home in order to stay safe, it helps to remember that home is where the love is.
Bubble Time
A quiet activity such as blowing bubbles can help both children and adults breathe deeply, slow down… and calm down.
Crayon Power
Coloring together can soothe both children and grown-ups.
See You Later Alligator
A special, loving good-bye routine can make separations easier.
Friendship Bracelets
When it’s hard to be apart from those we love, the littlest things can become big reminders that someone loves us and is thinking of us.
Cloud Watching
Spending time outside can feel like a “reset” on the day.
Pillow Hugs
Hugging a pillow covered with an item of a loved one’s clothing can help comfort children when they’re missing them.
