This is an online resource that is aimed at parents of children between the ages of 3 and 6. It was developed in Australia and contains 8 modules. The topics covered in these modules include explaining what anxiety is and how it develops, tips on how to parent a child with anxiety, and planning for the future. It is not a free resource, but it is highly recommended and found to be somewhat effective in early prevention of anxiety (Morgan et al., 2017).

This is a video game for children between the ages of 8 and 12. It is based on neurofeedback, which is provided through a headset, and the focus of the game is to allow children to face their fears in a fun way. It is based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies and teaches children about them without children feeling like they are doing work. Like the previous resource, it is not free but does have scientific backing.

This program is for children between the ages of 6 and 15, although they do have children as young as 4 and as old as 25 using these programs. GoZen! provides videos for viewing, followed by activities to reinforce what the child just learned. There are different programs including for anxiety, mindfulness, wellbeing and resilience, and more. By using this program, children can learn life skills, coping strategies, and resiliency to help them thrive in the future. This is also not a free resource but has lots of positive reviews from parents.

This resource compiles a bunch of small activities into one big journal that teaches children how to have a growth mindset. Journaling can help to reflect upon what we have experienced. This particular journal has also been found to improve self-esteem, increase resilience, encourage children to take on challenges, and reduce fear of failure (Big Life Journal, 2021).

More information on these journals, to purchase, and explore their freebies can be found here:

https://biglifejournal.com/

Exercise is important in helping to prevent or reduce symptoms of anxiety. There is not one type of exercise that is best - just whatever your child enjoys doing. Some suggestions are yoga, Zumba, walks, a sport (soccer, baseball, hockey, dance), and Drom - which combines mindfulness and movement, two important components to reducing symptoms of anxiety and building resilience.

Mindfulness focuses upon bringing our thoughts to the present moment. By using mindfulness consistently and long-term, as well as teaching it to children early on, we can help them to stay anchored in the present moment, and reduce worries about the future or past. There are online videos that can provide meditation scripts, as well as scripts that you can read to your child.