Help kids catch the thoughts that hold them back
A research-backed emotional regulation activity that teaches children to notice self-critical thoughts and fact-check them before they take hold. Use it right after a hard moment.
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Helps with:
Supporting emotional regulation and helping kids manage self-critical thoughts
Teaching kids about feelings that are unhelpful or untrue
Building emotional resilience through everyday practice
Developed in collaboration with Jessica Schleider, Ph.D., and grounded in research on cognitive reappraisal and emotional flexibility in children. Free for every caring adult, always.
Flip through the guide below. Listen to Dr. Jessica Schleider describe the activity, then click Download Activity Template when you are ready to print.
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