Resources
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Heads In, Hearts In: Calming Jar
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will make a calming jar with the child. As you make the calming jar, let the child choose the colors and add the ingredients. -
Heads In, Hearts In: Cloud Breathing
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will use your breath to explore fast and slow breathing, as well as breathing through your nose and mouth. This activity will teach you to “see” the breaths you take. -
Heads In, Hearts In: Circle Breathing
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will use the “Circle Breathing” handout to learn a technique for connecting breathing to visual and hands-on learning. -
Heads In, Hearts In: Slow Stretch
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will practice pairing your breathing with gentle movements. The goal is not to complete the activity quickly or be the one with the deepest stretch or the longest breath. -
Heads In, Hearts In: Mindful Dice
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will roll a die and practice a mindfulness activity that goes with each number on the die. You will learn six mindfulness activities you can use when you feel overwhelmed or stressed. -
Heads In, Hearts In: Full Body Stretching
Published on January 8, 2021
In this activity, you will stretch your whole body while engaging in intentional, slow breathing paired with movements. -
The Power of Choices for Children
Published on May 6, 2020
Offering choices gives children some agency while still maintaining boundaries. Choices also allow children to practice and strengthen their decision-making skills, which is important for them as they grow into independent adults. -
"Tell Me A Season" Family Booksheet
Published on March 1, 2020
This story uses bright colors to describe the things we see outside as the seasons change. -
"The Kissing Hand" Family Booksheet
Published on March 1, 2020
Chester Raccoon doesn’t want to go to school but his mother shares a family secret to help him remember home. -
"Ten Black Dots" Family Booksheet
Published on March 1, 2020
This counting book uses black dots to make familiar things. Simple rhymes help describe the objects on every page.