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Anti-racism Resources

Resources to help with having important conversations with your kids

How Can Parents Make Their Kids Understand How to be Anti-Racist (NPR)

We Need Diverse Books

Publishers Weekly Anti-Racist Books for Kids and Teens

Resources from the Conscious Kid

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7 ways to leave your colorblind childhood behind & be an antiracist parent - The Barefoot MommyYou know you don't want to raise your kids to be colorblind the way your parents did. But how can you practice antiracism with your children?

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Multicultural and Social Justice Books - Social Justice BooksCurated BooklistsTeaching for Change has carefully selected the best multicultural and social justice books for children, YA, and educators on 50+ topics. Reviews of Children's LiteratureCritical reviews of children’s books from a variety of sources, compiled by See What We See. Teaching for Change TitlesTeaching for Change titles including Beyond Heroes and Holidays and Putting the […]

Anti-Racist Toolkit for LGBTQ+ Families, Parents, and Children - Family EqualityStart or continue conversations about race and anti-racism with kids of all ages, from toddlers to teens, through our concrete action steps!

Books and Resources to Help You Raise Anti-Racist Children | BrightlyIt’s never too early to talk to children about race. At Brightly, we're committed to helping you raise kids that are not only "not racist," but who are actively "anti-racist."

Talking to Children About Racial BiasParents may better face today's challenges with an understanding of how racial bias works in children, as well as strategies to help them deal with and react to racial differences.

It's Time for White Parents of White Kids to Bring the Resistance HomeAuthor Gayle Kirshenbaum discusses what it means to be a white parent raising the next generation of white people and the responsibilities that come with that.

'I See These Conversations As Protective': Talking With Kids About RaceWhat does it mean to be anti-racist, and how should adults talk to kids about race and racism? Children's author Renée Watson and anti-racism scholar Ibram X. Kendi suggest starting with books.

Racism and Violence: How to Help Kids Handle the News | Child Mind InstituteTips for helping kids process big emotions and tackle hard questions about racism and violence.

Anxiety

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KidsHealth Anxiety

Anxiety Canada - Kids

Worry Wise Kids.org

Beyond Blue - Anxiety Facts

9 Things Every Parent with an Anxious Child Should Try

Calm the Anxious Brain - Hey Sigmund

Childhood in an Anxious Age (Atlantic article)

Signs of Anxiety in Young Children

Hey Sigmund

25 Thoughtful Anxiety Books For Kids | Book RiotIn this run-down of great anxiety books for kids, there are fiction and non-fiction recs for young readers of all ages, and also for their families.

When You Worry Too Much: 25 Books to Help Kids Overcome Anxiety, Worry, and FearThe top books on helping kids overcome anxiety and worry for children, teens, and parents.

Award-winning Anxiety & Anger Relief Programs for KidsAnxiety and Anger are tough emotions! Teach kids skills to build resilience using the GoZen! programs.

15 Books That May Help Kids With AnxietyOne out of every eight kids has an anxiety disorder.

Books To Help Teenagers Struggling With Stress and Anxiety | BrightlyIs your teenager suffering from anxiety? These books can give teens practical ideas, tools, and support to deal with stress and anxiety.

Body Positivity/Body Acceptance

Celebrating Every Body: 35 Body Image Positive Books for Mighty GirlsA Mighty Girl's top picks of body image positive books for Mighty Girls of all ages!

How to Teach Your Kids About Body PositivityPromoting body positivity can be challenging with so many negative messages out in the world. Parents play a key role in how their kids view their bodies as they start to understand their health, so it’s important to have conversations around their appearance and weight in a compassionate manner.

26 Children's Books That Foster A Healthy Body Image In KidsThese body-positive books promote self-love and confidence in young readers.

Celebrating Every Body: 30 Body Image Positive Books for Mighty GirlsA Mighty Girl's top picks of body image positive books for Mighty Girls of all ages!

12 body positive children's booksLooking for body positive children's books that celebrate characters of all sizes? These picture books & chapter books are just what you need.

6 Lessons in Body Positivity to Teach Your Child by Age 5Positive body awareness and confidence is important for a child's development. Parents can start these conversations as early as kindergarten-here's how.

How to Teach Your Child Body PositivityTeaching your children body positivity and healthy habits around food and physical activity can have a lasting impact on their self-esteem, self-perception and how they interact with an image-driven culture.

5 Kids Books That Teach Body PositivityThe development of body image begins at an early age, often earlier than parents realize.

Book Lists

Various Topics, Including Mindfulness, Divorce, Sleep, Death & Loss

10 Books About Mindfulness and Meditation for Younger Kids | BrightlyThese 10 books will help younger kids learn how to slow down, focus on their breathing, and become more mindful of big emotions swirling around inside them.

10 Children's Books That Help Explain DivorceA great story can help your kids make sense of what's happening when parents split up — and the complex emotions they're feeling. Consider reading one of these books about divorce with your kiddos.

7 of the Best Children's Books About Divorce or Separation | BrightlyChildren's books about divorce or separation can be a helpful tool to help kids make sense of what's happening, process and talk about their feelings.

A Year of Meaningful Reads: Brightly's Monthly Themes | BrightlyNothing brings families together quite like story time, so this year Brightly is encouraging parents and young readers alike to dive into books surrounding a particular theme each month.

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7 Beautiful Picture Books to Help Kids Understand Death | BrightlyWhether it’s the passing of a beloved pet, friend, or loved one, every child has to cope with death at some point. These beautiful picture books will help your child process their sadness and understand why death happens.

12 Kid Friendly Strategies to Calm Anxiety at Night from a Child Therapist — Coping Skills for KidsInside: 12 proven strategies to help your child's anxiety and help them settle in for a long night’s sleep You're finally settling onto your couch, remote in hand and ready to start binge watching your latest Netflix obsession. You're just about to press play when you hear tiny feet padding down

77 Children's Books About Mental Health - Child Mind InstituteExplore our favorite children's books on everything from ADHD to trauma. Help your kids understand the emotional and learning challenges they may be experiencing.

LGBTQIA

Gender Spectrum Resources

Mental Health

Depression in Children: Symptoms and Common Types of Child DepressionLearn more from WebMD about recognizing and treating depression in children.

What Parents Should Know About Childhood DepressionChildhood depression is not a myth but a reality. Find out what you need to know about its symptoms and treatment in order to help your child.

Childhood and Teen Depression | Child Mind InstituteUnderstand childhood and teen depression. Child Mind Institute provides expert information on recognizing kids with depression and effective treatment.

Signs of Depression During the Coronavirus Crisis | Child Mind InstituteMany of us are struggling to stay positive, but kids stuck in a negative mood may need help to bounce back. Signs of depression, and what you can do.

Negative Self-Talk

When Kids Say Negative Things About Themselves: What to Watch Out ForDoes your child use a lot of negative self-talk, saying things like "I'm dumb"? Find out what it can mean if kids constantly say mean things about themselves.

How To Snap Your Child Out of the Negative Self-Talk Habit - A Fine ParentOften the most incriminating things that our children hear come from the negative self-talk inside their own heads. Here's how to protect them from it.

How to help your negative-thinking child.Does your child say, "I'm dumb, I'm stupid, no one loves me" when they are frustrated? Use these tips to respond to your child's negative self-talk.

This is the magic word for when your kid says, "I can't do it."With one simple word, you'll boost your kid's confidence and inspire them to keep trying.

7 Ways To Address Your Child's Negative Self-Talk One of the most difficult things for parents to hear is their child putting herself down or saying things like, “I can’t do this because I’m dumb,” or “He doesn’t want to be my friend because I’m stupid.” These statements, connected to low self-esteem, are very damaging and if left unchecked, they can take a huge toll on a child’s self-worth. Knowing HOW TO respond to your child when he says negative things about himself is important. You can help him SHIFT the focus from negativity to his abilities and potential. Modeling growth mindset in front of your child is one of the important ways that you can help to lessen that line of thinking.

Responding to your Sensitive Child's Negative Self-Talk - The Highly Sensitive ChildDoes your sensitive child engage in negative self-talk? Here are 8 ways to respond to your sensitive child’s negative self-talk.

Parenting Information

Aha Parenting

Parenting SOS

Online Parenting Course for Parents of Toddlers to Teens ⎸ Positive Parenting SolutionsDo you want to get your kids to listen without nagging, yelling our losing control? Positive Parenting Solutions teaches the tools you need to put an end to the exhausting power struggles with your children. Parenting expert and national media contributor Amy McCready delivers life-changing results.

Home of The Total Transformation® Parenting ProgramTools to manage disrespect, defiance, motivation, and more.

Common Sense Media: Age-Based Media Reviews for FamiliesCommon Sense Media is the leading source of entertainment and technology recommendations for families. Parents trust our expert reviews and objective advice.

Peer Relationships

Six Tips to Help Your Child with Friendship Problems

Dos and Don'ts For Helping with Child Friendship Issues

Helping Kids Cope with Cliques

What to do if Your Child is Bullying

School-age friendships: how to support them

Kids Who Need a Little Help to Make FriendsLearning how to form successful peer relationships is a critical skill for kids, and one that they will be using—and refining—all their lives.

How to help kids make friends: 10 evidence-based tipsHow can we help kids make friends? Here are ten tips based on the latest research.

How to Avoid Raising a Child That Excludes OthersSocial exclusion is a painful form of bullying that leaves kids feeling sad and alone. Teach your kids how to be inclusive in a world full of cliques.

Six Ways to Help Your Child Deal with Social ExclusionThough parents may feel powerless when a child is excluded, there is much they can do to help with this painful experience.

Making and Keeping Friends: 60 Mighty Girl Books About FriendshipA Mighty Girl's top picks of girl-empowering books for children and teens about making friends and coping with friendship challenges.

Technology Safety

Internet Safety from KidsHealth

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How to Help Your Child be Safe on the Internet

Internet Safety Tips for Parents of Teens

How to Keep Your Teen (or Tween) Safe Online

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Privacy and Internet SafetyUse our parent resources on internet safety for kids. Read tips, articles, and the latest research to minimize risks and help keep your kids safe online.

A Complete Guide to Potentially Dangerous Apps All Parents Should Be Aware OfWe've compiled the ultimate list of the sites and apps tweens and teens are flocking to in 2019. Plus, we have useful tips for protecting your child from cyberbullying and other online safety hazards.

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Internet Safety 101: The Ultimate Guide for ParentsThis is the ultimate, easy-to-digest guide to keeping your family safe online. "Internet Safety 101" is simple to follow and full of quick actionable tips to help you protect your family.

6 Apps Every Parent Should Know AboutAs a parent, it's your role to protect your children. After all, they haven't been here all that long and don't understand the potential threats this world presents. So you [...]

9 secrets to managing your child's screen timeWhen you limit screen time, you'll provide your child with more time to read and engage in active play.

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