I have been increasingly interested in mindfulness and its application not just for caregiver wellbeing, but with children as another “tool” to give them to navigate the challenges of life. It is a practice that can help promote emotional self-regulation and attention. While there is limited research thus far among children, I think it shows …
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Jonathan James & the What If Monster by Michelle Nelson-Schmidt
I see a lot of kiddos with worries. Sometimes the worries are developmentally appropriate and other times they are a first sign of anxiety. Either way, kids need to know HOW to handle these strong negative feelings. Parents and teachers can help coach kids to recognize and start to cope. This book is authored by …
Spotlight on Children’s Books: Art Detective by Doris Kutschbach
This week I wanted to take a moment to highlight a great and fun book called Art Detection: Spot the Differences! by Doris Kutschbach that encourages young readers to take in and soak up art while spotting differences between real artwork and a forgery. Follow along with the dog Carl (known as Charlie the Sleuth by his …
Sunday Spotlight on Children’s Books: Agatha by Anna Pignataro
Ever wanted to bring about a discussion about how everyone is unique and special in their own right? Meet Agatha…a character who was born with her daddy’s bear nose and her mommy’ pig ears! Agatha is getting ready to start Kindergarten and quickly realizes she does not quite look like anyone else. This warming children’s …
Sunday Spotlight on Children’s Books: Everyone Poops by Taro Gomi
Let’s face it. Young kids quickly become fascinated by their body and how it works. Children’s books can be used to normalize feelings and yes, bodily functions. They can help jump-start or compliment various self-care behaviors, such as potty training, or can be used for kids who are just plain curious about how their body works. The first …
Sunday Spotlight on Children’s Books: Not Fair, Won’t Share by Sue Graves
Helping children navigate their early friendships is important…especially when it comes to sharing objects and personal space. The book, Not Fair, Won’t Share: A Book about Sharing is authored by Sue Graves. It is a fun one to use with children to see how their behavior impacts others. I like this book because it shows a …
Dealing with Feeling…Worried by Isabel Thomas
Ever have a child who complains about headaches or stomach aches on school days, feels sick on test days and may even cry or withdraw when faced with new situations or challenges? Or have a preschooler with tantrums and has mood swings? It might be anxiety. Unfortunately, it is not common for kids to tell …
Sunday Spotlight on Children’s Books: ParentSmart KidHappy series by Stacey Kaye
Today’s spotlight is on a set of three books that made me realize just how versatile the children’s books medium is to communicate and share information about positive parenting. I routinely ordered and sought out parenting and children’s books for use with my own kids but also with the families I saw in clinic and …
Sunday Spotlight on Children’s Books: The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn
Ever had a child who had separation anxiety? I love to share the story of “The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn. Story summary: It’s hard to say goodbye to your mom or dad. Little ones who have a hard time separating may enjoy this short tale about Chester Raccoon who doesn’t want to go to …