Taking Care of My Brain
Mental health is part of overall health—healthy minds and bodies are all one. Help children understand how important our brains are, and how we can take care of them!
Physical and mental health are intertwined, and healthy physical habits help children build emotional wellness. When children take care of their bodies through movement, nutrition, and rest and sleep, they’re also taking care of their brains… and staying healthy in body and mind.
Print this page and talk together about the importance of caring for our amazing brains!
Body Break
A quick, playful body break helps children reset by moving, stretching, and breathing to feel calmer, more focused, and ready for what’s next.
Rosita’s Family Quilt
By adding the shirt to their family quilt, Rosita learns how memories, change, and love can turn something broken into something beautiful.
How Am I Feeling? Poster
Use pictures and simple words to help children notice and name feelings.
We Can Do Hard Things Lyric Sheet
Sing along to the words to a powerful song about persistence.
Our Quiet Corner
Sesame friends use a special space to handle big feelings safely.
Social Connection Volunteer Guide
Guide with activity suggestions that boost social connection.
Kindness Comes in Many Forms
Big Bird and Felix discuss Big Bird’s gift for Oscar.