It’s Not Your Fault
Elmo and Karli’s pretend play helps Karli talk through a tough feeling.
Watch the video together with children, then ask: “Why did Karli think Baby Elephant was so sad?” Then ask, “What do you think Karli’s mom meant when she told Karli that her grown-up problem wasn’t her fault?”
On your own:
- Notice how pretend play can help children act out things that are going on in their lives, and observe children’s play for opportunities to talk about what’s coming up.
- Keep in mind that children may need to be told again and again that it’s not their fault!
Routines at the Ready: Weekly Schedule
A printable tool for keeping up with routines.
All About Karli: A Story About Reconnecting
A story about reconnecting after a parent and child’s time apart during recovery from addiction.
Plan and Protect
An article about planning for safe caregiving when dealing with substance use.
Thinking Ahead: A Care Plan
A printable page to help plan for children’s care in case of unexpected challenges.
I Can Take Good Care of Myself
A printable page to remind children of all the ways they care for themselves.
Guest Post: When Plans Don’t Go As Planned
When routines and plans get interrupted, there are ways to talk with children and show them that they’re still safe and loved.
Supporting Whole Family Recovery with Sesame Street
A heartfelt and practical discussion on what it means to reunify as a family after treatment for addiction.
