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ADHD: Strengths and Challenges
Recognizing and embracing the unique strengths and challenges associated with ADHD is the first step in supporting a child’s development.
Here, we explore symptoms, diagnosis, management, and advocacy of ADHD to cultivate open communication and collaboration between parents, educators, and clinicians to create an environment that celebrates and supports a child’s individuality.
Read on for more information and a free printable handout!
Fact or Opinion?
Our self-perception can shape how we examine our thoughts. For example, a child with a positive self-perception may get a low grade on a spelling test and think, “I didn’t do well, I’ll study more next time.” While a child with a negative self-perception may think, “I didn’t do well, I’m stupid.”
When helping kids examine their thoughts, it is important for them to sort fact from opinion. Are you stupid or were you underprepared?
Kids Books and Resources About Anger
We’ve collected 5 children’s books and 5 free resources that guide kids through the process of identifying, expressing, and coping with angry feelings in constructive ways. Through storytelling, we can validate the experience of anger while providing supportive navigation.
Teaching Kids Cause And Effect
Exploring cause and effect with kids helps them to understand the physical, social, emotional, and functional consequences of behaviors. This reflection on behaviors allows them to appropriately repair negative or unintended consequences, and refine future behaviors to seek positive outcomes.
Read on to learn how to talk to kids about Cause & Effect!
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How to [Realistically] Face A Bully
When working with victimized kids, it can be helpful to talk about preserving their “light” over confronting the bully. Some kids feel empowered to stand up to their bully, but many lack the social supports and/or confidence to successfully navigate a confrontation. In these cases, remind them that they don’t have to do anything except shield their light.
We have collected 10 of our free printable resources to help kids find their light and build self-esteem.
Self-Perception in Childhood
Kids are often in positions where they can’t change their circumstances and this lack of control can lead to feelings of despair and negative self-perception. So how can we help them find ways to exercise self-efficacy within the confines of childhood? Connect them with their future selves!
We have created two free, printable exercises to help kids think about their present situation, how they would like things to be different, and their aspirations for the future.
Would You Rather…?
“Would you rather…?” questions encourage kids to consider and compare outcomes while learning to articulate personal preferences. The exploration of likes, dislikes, passions, and outcomes builds confidence and supports emotional development.
Read on for access to our free printable resources that promote meaningful conversation!
5 Scavenger Hunts for Kids
A good scavenger hunt inspires exploration of the environment while honing observation skills. Encourage movement, spark curiosity, and practice mindfulness with our FREE PRINTABLE SCAVENGER HUNTS.
Worksheets for Child Therapy: Activities
Our free printable therapeutic activities provide creative outlets for kids to explore their emotions, understand their behaviors, and develop essential coping skills.
Navigating Emotional Dysregulation in Kids
Emotional regulation is often equated with calmness, but that’s not the whole picture. Rather, emotional regulation is effective management of all emotions. Anger, sadness, frustration, jealousy, grief, excitement, shock, elation, fear are not generally “calm” emotions, but a person can experience them from a place of governance.
Read on to learn more, and explore our free printable resources!
Teaching Togetherness
Perspective-taking takes practice, but it is essential for helping kids develop empathy, emotional intelligence, and prosocial skills. The value of being able to decode the motives of others is the ability lead with compassion, resilience, and logical reasoning. Read on to learn more about perspective-taking through storytelling!
Navigating Childhood Friendships
Exploring a child’s interactions with peers can be a glimpse into their emotional well-being and social functioning. These early relationships are where children practice empathy, navigate conflict, and form a sense of identity outside the family unit.
Read on to learn more about helping kids to prepare for and manage social challenges!
How To: Behavior Charts
By visually tracking progress on a sticker chart, we can help kids increase motivation, develop self-discipline, and reinforce positive habits. Read on to learn best practices for behavior charts!
Draw Your Day
This free printable art therapy activity highlights two main skills: routine conceptualization and emotional exploration. By preparing for and embracing the natural ebbs and flows of a day, kids can improve their adaptive functioning and lead more balanced lives.
Emotion Scales
An emotion scale is a therapeutic tool used to help individuals identify, communicate, and track their emotions. Learn more and print our FREE PDF emotion scales!
The Statue Game
Practicing mindful movement and skilled attention can help kids manage impulsive behaviors. Most kids struggle with some degree of impulsivity, but kids with ADHD may particularly benefit from games that exercise self-control.
Read on to learn how to play The Statue Game!
Feeling & Behavior Patterns
A feeling or behavior pattern develops when a person has a reoccurring emotional and/or behavioral reaction to a cue. These patterns can be adaptive or maladaptive. Read on to learn how to interrupt maladaptive patterns and print our free PDF guide with talking points for kids!
Therapeutic Resources for Adolescents
Some teens struggle to manage the stress, anxiety, and depression that often accompany the pressures of academic achievement, social competency, family dynamics, and self-regard. Early intervention can prevent long-term mental health issues by helping adolescents develop a foundation for emotional well-being.
Read on for more information and free resources!
Anger Management for Kids
A significant part of anger management is understanding the roots of our anger. The examination of anger contributes to self-empathy and allows for the utilization of targeted coping skills. Read on for more information, recommended resources, and free printable worksheets!
How to Manage Jealousy
By encouraging open conversations about why jealousy happens, we can help children develop empathy for themselves and others. Practicing gratitude, focusing on personal strengths, and learning to celebrate the successes of others can turn jealousy into an opportunity for growth.
Read on for a free printable worksheet about jealousy!