Emotional Well-Being
Children who are healthy in mind, body, and heart can thrive in every way. Mental health IS health!
Love, Your Mind
Elmo and friends show how humming can help support kids’ emotional well-being in a new Public Service Announcement launched in partnership with the Ad Council for their “Love, Your Mind Today” campaign.
In tough times, try these simple ways to build children’s sense of safety and security.
All-Day Hug
Help children remember the love of their grown-up when they’re apart.
Pocket Power
Help children remember the love of their grown-up… even when they’re apart.
Pillow Hugs
Hugging a pillow covered with an item of a loved one’s clothing can help comfort children when they’re missing them.
For the Love of Tango
Animals can comfort us in their own unique ways.
Cloud Watching
Spending time outside can feel like a “reset” on the day.
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.
See You Later Alligator
A special, loving good-bye routine can make separations easier.
Crayon Power
Coloring together can soothe both children and grown-ups.
Bubble Time
A quiet activity such as blowing bubbles can help both children and adults breathe deeply, slow down… and calm down.
Safe & Together
When families have to leave home in order to stay safe, it helps to remember that home is where the love is.
Comfy-Cozy Blanket
A simple blanket can become a great tool to help children feel safe, soothed, and loved.
Check out these resources that help children build a foundation of emotional wellness by being kind to themselves, practicing gratitude, and staying healthy in mind and body.
A Good Friend to Myself
Self-compassion matters… children should be as kind to themselves as they are to others!
Caring for My Brain: Brain Food
Food impacts our feelings and moods!
Gratitude Jar
Highlight the power of gratitude! In tough times, help children pause, notice, and savor the feelings that the good things in our lives bring.
Teaching My Brain
Compassionate self-talk can turn difficult moments around.
Caring for My Brain: Bedtime Meltdown
When children don’t get enough rest, their big feelings may feel even bigger… and less manageable!
Recursos, actividades y videos que ayudan a los niños a formar vínculos afectivos y conexiones sociales que nutren su bienestar emocional.
Los adultos me cuidan
Un cuento sobre los innumerables beneficios cuando los niños cuentan con los cuidados de sus padres, cuidadores y otras personas de confianza.
El jardín de mis sentimientos
Dibuje expresiones de varios sentimientos para enseñarles a los niños que los sentimientos son tan variados como las flores de un jardín.
El jardín de mis sentimientos
Un video para enseñarles a los niños a reconocer sus sentimientos.
Yo observo, yo siento, yo puedo
Una estrategia sencilla para enseñarles a los niños a reconocer sus sentimientos y a controlar las emociones desafiantes.
Find resources, activities, and videos to help children form the bonds and social connections that nurture their well-being.
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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.
Pocket Power
Help children remember the love of their grown-up… even when they’re apart.
All-Day Hug
Help children remember the love of their grown-up when they’re apart.
Parents, caregivers, and providers can keep the learning going! Find more topics and resources to help children build a foundation of emotional well-being.
Social Emotional Skills
Help kids build skills to develop healthy relationships, respect differences, and build the social behaviors and confidence they need.
Building Resilience in Children and Families
Give children tools and coping skills to overcome both little and big challenges to help them learn and grow.
Family Bonding
Everyone benefits from spending quality time with family. With little ones, that usually involves plenty of play!
