Helping Kids Celebrate Strengths
Empower your child to be his best self.
- Watch the video, then help kids put their own words into the song: “What I am is _________.” What are some good things they can say about themselves? Their friends?
- Ask kids to share something they are proud of. Remembering their great qualities and successes will help build the confidence and determination to work through tough feelings and meet new challenges.
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.
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.
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.
