Roads to Resilience
A course highlighting some of the best assets from topics across SesameWorkshop.org with customized approaches, and tips and tricks on using these resources in your work with caregivers and their children.
There are many different ways to support the development of children and families. As we work towards a universal goal of helping to grow smarter, stronger, kinder kids, providers like you play an important role in making connections and sharing resources. The course Roads to Resilience highlights some of the best assets from topics across SesameWorkshop.org with customized approaches, tips and tricks on using these resources in your work with caregivers and their children. Curated for a wide array of providers, materials in this course include targeted activities to use in your work to build strong communities, working to meet the need of everyone in the family!
Course Goals
Upon completion of this course, providers will be able to:
- Explore the unique ways to help providers understand the important role they play in children’s lives.
- Communicate strategies that support children’s development and learning.
- Determine specific topic areas of interest most needed to address children and families in their care, and
- Identify opportunities to embed resources in their work
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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.
