Helping Children Soothe Themselves
Two simple, hands-on ways to help children overwhelmed by big feelings.
Print these step-by-step directions for making two items (from everyday materials) that can help soothe a child overwhelmed by big feelings: a comfort container and an ocean bottle.
It’s helpful to keep in mind that mental health isn’t necessarily about feeling “good” at all times—it can be about how we deal with challenges, and there are so many coping strategies like these that you can teach and practice with your children. They’ll use these tools over their lifetimes… long after the big and small challenges of their childhood have come and gone.
We’re Connected
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Watch and Play: Abby's Magical Beasties
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Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
Unplugged: Creating Device-Free Family Moments
When children and grown-ups spend time together, especially without media, children benefit in so many ways. Explore these tips to nurture meaningful moments and support digital well-being in your family.
Watch and Play: Abby's Magical Dragons
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Watch and Play: Elmo's Awesome Bike
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Watch and Play: Elmo and The Great Cookie Stack
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