Emotional Well-Being
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Resources for Preschool

Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Thank You Cards
Show you care by sending a thank you card. Choose to print, color, or send electronically.

Worksheet
Preschool–grade 2
April Activity Calendar and Coloring Sheet
Get daily ideas for outdoor play. Enjoy these fun screen-free activities to celebrate nature and Earth Day!

Activity
Preschool–grade K
Appreciation Cards Craft
Help your child talk about appreciation by making cards for the special people in their life.
Video
Preschool
Bush Baby Makes a Thank-You Card
Grab a piece of paper and some colored pencils and make something beautiful for your family member!

Video
Preschool–grade 2
Worth Waiting For
Join Cookie Monster and the hosts of NPR's Life Kit to practice self-control with, you guessed it, cookies!
Video
Preschool–grade 2
Sylvester and the Magic Pebble
What if all your wishes could come true? Find out what happens to Sylvester and how he learned to be grateful for what he has.
Video
Preschool–grade K
We're Different, We're the Same
Listen as Gordon reads a book about how people might look different from each other, but also have lots of similarities.

Article/Ebook
Preschool–grade K
Daniel Tiger Stories
Listen to Daniel read stories aloud, and learn important social-emotional skills along the way.

Video
Preschool–grade K
Community Hero Story
Do you know someone that helps others in your neighborhood or community? Share a story about them.
Activity
Preschool–grade 2
Your Year
What were the best things that happened this year? What were the hardest? Record them by drawing, making a collage, or writing.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Bask in the Glow
It can be hard to get enough sunlight in winter, which can make people feel depressed. Make sure to get outside on sunny days and soak up some of those rays!
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Pass the Appreciation
Gather the family in a circle. Grab a ball or a pillow, toss it to someone, and say something you appreciate about them. Keep it going!

Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Thank You Cards
Show you care by sending a thank you card. Choose to print, color, or send electronically.

Activity
Preschool–grade K
Appreciation Cards Craft
Help your child talk about appreciation by making cards for the special people in their life.
Activity
Preschool–grade 2
Your Year
What were the best things that happened this year? What were the hardest? Record them by drawing, making a collage, or writing.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Bask in the Glow
It can be hard to get enough sunlight in winter, which can make people feel depressed. Make sure to get outside on sunny days and soak up some of those rays!
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Pass the Appreciation
Gather the family in a circle. Grab a ball or a pillow, toss it to someone, and say something you appreciate about them. Keep it going!
Activity
Preschool–grade 2
Love All Around
Color paper hearts and cut them out. Then write messages on each one, and place them around the house for your family members to find.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Gratitude Jar
Decorate a gratitude jar. When you feel grateful, write or draw the reason on a paper and put it in the jar. Read the results each week.

Activity
Preschool–grade 3
Build a Tree of Thanks
Make a simple tree of thanks together, and bolster your family’s gratitude practice—maybe even start a new family tradition!

Activity
Preschool–grade 2
Make Your Own Thank-You Cards
Think of someone you want to thank. Make them a card with a nice message, and put it in the mail.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Self-Appreciation
Write about or draw pictures of things you appreciate about yourself. What are some reasons you're grateful you're you?
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Community Gift Box
Decorate a large cardboard box. Use it to store gifts for local charities. Put in toys to donate, food to give away, and more!
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Pocket-Sized Gratitude
Find a small object like a button or marble and keep it with you. Whenever you touch it, think of something you're grateful for.

Article/Ebook
Preschool–grade K
Daniel Tiger Stories
Listen to Daniel read stories aloud, and learn important social-emotional skills along the way.

Article/Ebook
Preschool–grade 12
We All Teach SEL: Inspiring Activities for Every Classroom
Eleven-part article series offers quick, practical tips and tools for integrating SEL into any classroom.

Article/Ebook
Preschool–grade K
Learning Cultures, Challenging Assumptions
Join Arthur as he learns about his pen pal from another country. What assumptions does Arthur have about his pen pal, and how does he challenge them?

Article/Ebook
Preschool–grade 12
Emotional Intelligence Apps and Games
Top-notch apps and games will help students with everything from anger management to emotional identification to meditation.

Audio
Preschool–grade 2
The Cool Bean
Listen to this sweet, whimsical tale that encourages empathy and kindness. Free on Hoopla with a library card.

Audio
Preschool–grade 3
The Imagine Neighborhood
From the Committee for Children, this show encourages kids to use their imaginations to talk about the big feelings we all have.

Audio
Preschool–grade 1
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend
Use your library card for access, and then watch Scaredy Squirrel get over his fear of making friends. Talk about some ways to get past fears.

Interactive
Preschool–grade K
Guess the Feeling
Join Daniel Tiger to learn about types of feelings and how to identify them.

Interactive
Preschool–grade K
Use Your Words
Play through this series of activities -- including videos and songs -- that'll help you learn how to process and talk about feelings.

Interactive
Preschool–grade K
Let's Make a Deal
Brainstorm ideas on how to compromise when you and someone else want different things.
Video
Preschool
Bush Baby Makes a Thank-You Card
Grab a piece of paper and some colored pencils and make something beautiful for your family member!

Video
Preschool–grade 2
Worth Waiting For
Join Cookie Monster and the hosts of NPR's Life Kit to practice self-control with, you guessed it, cookies!
Video
Preschool–grade 2
Sylvester and the Magic Pebble
What if all your wishes could come true? Find out what happens to Sylvester and how he learned to be grateful for what he has.
Video
Preschool–grade K
We're Different, We're the Same
Listen as Gordon reads a book about how people might look different from each other, but also have lots of similarities.

Video
Preschool–grade K
Community Hero Story
Do you know someone that helps others in your neighborhood or community? Share a story about them.
Video
Preschool–grade 5
Mindful Moment
What do you see, feel, hear, and smell where you are right now? Quiet your mind and focus on your senses.
Video
Preschool–grade 2
Sharing Our Worries
Listen to the story and think about how you're feeling about the coronavirus. Try drawing your emotions as characters and naming them.
Video
Preschool–grade 2
What Does It Mean to Be a Refugee?
Watch and listen to this reading of a picture book about what it's like to be a refugee. And meet Mrs. Ghazali's kitten!
Video
Preschool–grade 2
Proud of Who You Are
Follow along with this story about a little girl and her big sister finding strength in what makes them unique.
Video
Preschool–grade 2
Create a Garden in Your Mind
Take some time to relax, breathe, and imagine a garden in your mind with Ms. Dana.
Video
Preschool–grade 12
Grand Canyon Trek
Chill out on this awe-inspiring (and long!) Grand Canyon hike featuring great footage and vibes. If you're up for it, walk along with the video!

Video
Preschool
Daniel Tiger's Thank-You Song
Sing along with the thank-you song, then think of someone you want to thank. Talk about what they did for you.

Website/App
Preschool–grade 3
Cosmic Kids Yoga
Stretch, learn kid-friendly poses, and practice mindfulness for energetic or calm activity.

Website/App
Preschool–grade 1
Breath Before Action
Learn how to take a deep breath before taking action with this free app.

Website/App
Preschool–grade 5
Peekapak
Easy-to-implement teaching units cover 10 SEL topics including empathy, perseverance, teamwork, and self-regulation.

Website/App
Preschool–grade K
Caring for Each Other
This toolkit with tips, activities, and videos of Elmo and friends can help soothe and comfort parents and children alike.

Website/App
Preschool–grade 1
Family Members Help Each Other
Read this sweet ebook about some grandchildren who want to help their grandmother find her courage.

Worksheet
Preschool–grade 2
April Activity Calendar and Coloring Sheet
Get daily ideas for outdoor play. Enjoy these fun screen-free activities to celebrate nature and Earth Day!

Worksheet
Preschool–grade 2
Thank-You Mad Libs
Who are the essential workers who help you? Thank them by filling out this page. Then have an adult help you deliver or mail it.

Worksheet
Preschool–grade K
All About Me
Fill out this bilingual worksheet to reflect on and communicate who you are. When it's done, share it with family.

Worksheet
Preschool
Emotion Wheel Activity
Print, color, and create a bilingual emotion wheel. When it's ready, use it to discuss emotions and express what you're feeling.

Worksheet
Preschool–grade 5
Simple Stress Busters
Try out one of these simple activities to de-stress, release tension, and relax.

Worksheet
Preschool
Focus on Focus
Try out some of these tips and strategies for building attention span, focus, and self-control.

Worksheet
Preschool
How Do You Feel Today?
Create a "feel wheel" to express emotions without saying a word.

Worksheet
Preschool–grade 2
Printable Coloring Pages
Free coloring pages by different Latinx and Latin American artists and muralists. Scroll down to find the sheets.