In order to begin to heal, children need to feel protected and safe. Children can create a safe place, either physically or in their imagination, to cope with their feelings. Share this story, in ...

Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.

Beloved Children’s Series Begins Two-year Curricular Focus on Playful Problem-Solving, Brought to Life Through New Anthem ‘I Wonder, What If, Let’s Try” Performed by Hailee Steinfeld Additional ...

Elmo learns that just because you can't do something now, doesn't mean you won't be able to. It just means you can't do it...yet. Learning new things takes practice. Just as Elmo’s Daddy does, remind ...

Not all food is the same. Some food provides benefits, and some are made for fun. Explain to kids the difference between "anytime" and "sometimes" foods.

Children’s feelings come in all shapes and sizes. Look for signs that children are struggling with big feelings like stress, fear, shame, anger, sadness, and frustration: Sudden yelling or crying ...

Invite children to examine Elmo’s heart, lungs, bones, muscles, and digestive system… and talk about how moving our bodies and eating well help us stay healthy. What questions do children have about ...

Routines are a central part of every child’s day and breaking them down into smaller steps with visuals can help things go more smoothly for everyone. First/Then boards can be used in different ways.

Get funky with oral health! Together with children, perhaps at toothbrushing time, watch the video and groove along with Elmo and his toothy friends as they teach the steps of brushing teeth. Elmo ...

Share this video with children and invite them to try it themselves: Hold your arms out and imagine they are magnificent butterfly wings. Slowly raise your wings above your head as you take a slow ...

Entering preschool or kindergarten with some knowledge of basic concepts such as colors (or shapes or sizes) gives children a leg up on learning! Help children play the game, create, and save their ...

The early years are important for developing healthy habits for life, especially as children begin to develop more independence. Here are age-by-age milestones and tips. 1-year-olds’ eating habits can ...