For Parents

During this time of profound change and shared trauma, we all need to take special care of ourselves and our loved ones.

Find wellness tips, tools, resources & crisis response, and opportunities for learning + other important district links here.

Second Step is CKSD's Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum that is delivered to all elementary students.

Here, you can create an account & access all of the SEL streaming media and downloadable content + other FREE family resources

Get doctor-reviewed advice on hundreds of physical, emotional, and behavioral topics (birth-teen), including articles, videos, and health tools. Separate sections for parents, kids, and teens.

On this site, visit:

  • The Read Aloud Library for books to help children process their emotions and experiences.

  • Guided Meditations, other sensory experiences, and apps and podcasts to help your children regulate their emotions

Recommendations for families on how to use positive behavioral supports at home to support social-emotional growth and minimize behavioral disruptions.

An article to help parents navigate how to talk to their child about difficult news and traumatic events

5 Fun games to play at home that help teach your child self-control

Supporting Racial Equity
Black Lives Matter

A list of resources, including educational podcasts, articles, and books (adult and children) for parents and caregivers discuss race with their children

Each winter, the Coretta Scott King Book Awards are given to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values. Find the winners here.

List of books to explore and challenge racism

Sesame Street Explain Black Lives Matter

For parents who want to explain racism to young children

The Yucky Bug by Julia Cook

Dave the Dog is Worried About Coronavirus

#1 App for Meditation, Sleep & Relaxation

Enjoy music, guided meditations, bedtime stories, body movement exercises, + more

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YouTube Daily Calm | 10 minute mindful meditations