Sharing Feelings as a Family
Watch families share their feelings to begin healing together.
- Watch the video together and listen as Elmo and other children share their feelings and talk about how they express them. Let children know that that all feelings are okay and that there are many ways to express their feelings.
- Play a game of “feeling charades” to help kids label emotions, as well as let them explore how others might act when they feel that way. Begin by acting out a feeling and asking children to guess which one it is. (For instance, if you’re frustrated, you might cross your arms and furrow your brow. If you’re excited, you might jump up and down and clap your hands.)
- Let everyone have a turn acting out a feeling, such as angry, excited, sad, happy, frustrated, worried, lonely, jealous, or proud.
Something New
In this story, Elmo’s cousin Jesse helps remind children that big changes can mean new opportunities to learn and grow.
Jesse Expresses Grief Through Play
A video to show how children can express their feelings of grief through play — and how grown-ups can help.
Re-grieving as Seasons Change
A video that shows how grief can come and go throughout life.
Growing as We Grieve
Parents and caregivers, reflect on your own experience of grief and hear what has helped other families cope, thrive, and find joy.
Growing as They Grieve
A special guide for providers supporting children who are grieving.
Supporting Grieving Native American Children and Families
Learn ways to support Native American children and families who are grieving with compassion and cultural humility.
Grieving and Growing: Helping Families Navigate Bereavement Together
