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As summer approaches, I want to share some things to help your children continue to succeed , along with some fun activities. It is important to continue to help your child practice the academic, social, and emotional skills they have learned at school. Here are some things you can do to help with transitions into summer, and a more successful start to the next school year.
Here are some words and ideas from Big Life Journal to help us reframe our thinking about the way we talk about ourselves and others.
Here are some great ideas from Big Life Journal to get your kids talking and connecting with others more.
Studies say kids should have a maximum screen time (not including school) of one hour a day. When kids are on social media, video games, tablets, movies, phones, etc. for more than one hour a day, our brain starts to change. Below are the effects of technology on the brain along with ways to encourage your children to reduce screen time.
Here is a short video explaining self-esteem and some things we can do to feel better about ourselves.
Studies show that excessive screen time (more than 1 hour for kids) increases anxiety, depression, anger, moodiness, irritability, focus, creativity, healthy relationships, and our natural melatonin levels in our body (for sleep). Here are 101 activities you can fill your time to help you reduce some screen time.
Everyone has some negative thoughts at one point or another, and as we know, those negative thoughts can affect our emotions and make us feel bad about ourselves. Here is the recording along with an overview of the parent class that I did during parent teacher conferences. The recording (link below) is 30 minutes long. Overcoming Negative Emotions Parent Class Recording (30 Minutes): https://www.loom.com/share/1a323e1744944ef1882600b37014e383 Here is an overview of the class if you would rather read about it instead of watching it:
Here are some tips from Big Life Journal on responding to your child's negative self-talk.
Here are some tips by Liana Lowenstein, MSW to explain death to your child:
Many adults find it difficult to talk about death with children and it can be tempting to shield them from the pain. However, children need clear and comprehensible information about an impending death (whenever that is possible). and certainly after a death has occurred. Even young children need an explanation about what has happened to someone who is important to them. Below are some tips for explaining death to children: Here are some resources from Big Life Journal on ways to help your child have a growth mindset, along with some growth mindset conversation starters.
Here is a 30 minute video explaining some tips to manage emotions for you and your child. This is the same class that I gave during parent teacher conferences. It explains what's happening in the brain when we have strong emotions, tips for parents, and techniques to manage emotions. I hope this can be helpful for you and your families!
https://uetn-org.zoom.us/rec/share/rCotpSv0sfte_zBkpQ--jN1lFMA6At3hjMMzUp3vJeRnvgFI4z5Id064GG_9w_a2.9bRdo-vdQJQUiKRd?startTime=1604675884000 Passcode: c5.vGnbd Mindfulness can help with depression, anxiety, anger, building relationships, and more! This Mindfulness Toolkit comes from the free app Smiling Mind. You can use the toolkit and the app with your families or in your classrooms! For more help and resources, visit the Smiling Mind website: https://www.smilingmind.com.au/at-home.
Although we often think that suicide is for teens and adults, there are children who also struggle with suicidal thoughts. Here are some things to look our for and some resources to help if someone you know (child, teen, or adult) is struggling:
Here are 40 Positive things you can say to kids to pump up their self-esteem and happiness. The more true kind things we say to each other, the better we will feel.
During this time of uncertainty, confusion, job loss, illness, ect. There is an increase in depression and anxiety. This is a normal reaction to very stressful situations. It is important to reach out and ask for help if you or anyone you know is struggling with anxiety or depression, even during social isolation. Mental health providers are offering services via phone and internet. Throughout the State of Utah there are several resources being offered for both adults and children who may be needing mental health assistance. Please remember if a person is life threatening to call 911 or take them to the nearest emergency department. Below are some of the resources available during COVID-19:
When families spend time together during dinner time, evenings, or any family fun time, it increases a child's mental well-being, creativity, healthy relationships, sense of safety, self-esteem, and more. It also decreases anger, depression, and anxiety. Here are some fun chit chat cards from Parents Empowered to do as a family during dinner or other family times. These cards are a great way to know each other better and increase a child's ability to communicate and empathize with others. You can download the file below in English or Spanish.
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