The Power of Positive
Gentle reminders for practicing self-kindness and compassion.
Family, friend, and neighbor caregivers make a huge difference in the lives of young children, their families, and our communities. You help children learn and grow and set them up for success in school and in life. You also provide necessary and trusted care for families, helping us all to build stronger, smarter, and kinder communities. In other words, you’re amazing!
During difficult moments, it can sometimes be hard to focus on the positive and remember how important you are. Should doubt ever start to creep in, try these strategies to practice (and model for the children in your care) some self-love. Print and hang this poster in a place where you can see it often as a reminder.
(in color, or our printer-friendly version in black and white!)
Watch and Play: Abby's Magical Beasties
Watch this episode and explore ways to extend the learning at home.
Go To Sleep, Elmo!
Handling a middle-of-the-night monster moment.
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
Cookie Monster’s Beach Day
When children are in the hospital, their imagination can become a valuable tool in soothing themselves.
Milestones: Your 18-Month Old
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
Milestones: Your Two-Year-Old
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
Milestones: Your One-Year-Old
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
