CNN and ‘Sesame Street’ to Host a Town Hall Addressing Racism
CNN and “Sesame Street” will talk to kids about racism, the recent nationwide protests, embracing diversity and being more empathetic and understanding in a 60-minute special “Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism. A CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall for Kids and Read more >>
For Educators: Teaching About the Black Lives Matter Movement
International protests in response to the recent killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Sean Reed, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and Tony McDade show the vast reach and profound importance of the Black Lives Matter movement. Learning for Justice has developed resources that Read more >>
How to Talk to Your Children About Protests and Racism
As cities and social media explode with anger over the killing of yet another black man at the hands of police, worried parents struggle with how to protect their children from seeing the worst of the violence while simultaneously explaining Read more >>
How to Talk to Children About Difficult News
Children’s lives are touched by trauma on a regular basis, no matter how much parents or teachers try to keep the “bad things” away. Instead of shielding children from the dangers, violence or tragedies around us, adults should talk to Read more >>
How to Talk to Kids About Difficult Subjects
In a world where even little kids learn about horrific subjects, it’s important for parents to put things in perspective, field questions, and search for answers together. Read more >>
Your Kids Aren’t Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup [web resource]
Are your kids too young to talk about race? Nope, silence about race can reinforce racism by letting children draw their own conclusions. Read more >>
Top 5 Strategies All Parents Need to Know to Foster Mental Health [presentation]
It is estimated that 1 in 5 children experience mental health challenges. What can you as a parent do support your child’s mental health? Learn five simple strategies that you can incorporate into your family life to encourage mental wellness Read more >>
When a Child’s Emotions Spike, How Can a Parent Find Their Best Self?
In good times and in hard times, parents can take steps to help their children strengthen their emotional competence. Read more >>
Wise Words from Winnie the Pooh
Written by Cindy Lopez, Director, Community Connections I have always been a big fan of Winnie the Pooh—so much wisdom and inspiration from a stuffed bear. Here are some lessons from that bear—which one means the most to you? Read more >>
Why the Preteen Years Are a Critical Period for Brain Development
Aside from experiencing physical changes, preteens also undergo a brain growth spurt much like toddlers. Ron Dahl, who directs the Institute for Human Development at the University of California, Berkeley, argues that adolescence is actually a second opportunity to invest Read more >>
