Practice along with Elmo as he shows the mindfulness strategy of whole body listening. This activity can be used to help children focus and prepare for the day or a new activity. 

This activity can help children build confidence and practice self-love. Together with children, listen and follow Grover’s instructions.

Listen to Cookie Monster explain how to notice things around us. This activity can help children find grounding and focus.

Take a deep breath with Abby! This activity can help children find calmness and reset. 

Follow Big Bird’s instructions and say hello to each part of the body. This activity can be used to help children relax or self-soothe, including during difficult moments. 

Learn the definition of trauma and how it impacts young children. Discover how programs can be more trauma-informed.

Explore how staff can plan and prepare before a natural disaster for the mental health needs of children, families, and staff that follow in the wake of an event.

Find out how Head Start staff can recognize their role in supporting children and families when they experience a loss.

This podcast supports Early Head Start and Head Start staff to hold sensitive conversations with families on topics occurring outside of the classroom.