Papa Bear’s Hug
A video celebrating the power of hugs.
Sometimes we all just need a hug! With your child, watch the video about how hugs can help us feel better.
Then have a hugging contest. See if you and your child can share the biggest hug in the world! When your little one seems sad, angry, or upset, trying giving them a hug. Gestures such as putting your hand on your child’s head or shoulder are other ways that can provide a moment of comfort to help children feel safe and loved.
The Wiggle-Jiggle Game
A video about a getting-to-know-you game that helps kids appreciate similarities and differences.
Barbershop Bonding
A video about the community bonds of the Sesame Street barbershop.
Take Your Child to Work Day
A video about “take your child to work” day, and the bonding, learning and inspiration that can take place there.
5 Things I Want Other Black Dads to Know
An article about Black fathers.
Abuela Makes a Quilt
A storybook about the bonding that can happen through art.
Grandparents Are Grand!
There’s a lot that grandparents can do to bond with grandchildren (even at a distance) and to help them build the social skills they’ll need in school—and in life!
Supporting Fathers
This webinar to helps providers better understand, celebrate, and support fathers.