Sadness, Depression

Students will have the opportunity to put themselves in Braden’s shoes in this activity, teaching the importance of flexible thinking and responsibility. The exercise accompanies the storybook My Day is Ruined! from the Executive FUNction series...

It's easy for kids to feel sad when bad things happen in their lives. It's so important for children to learn how to deal with difficult times in positive ways so they can be successful at home, in school, and with others. Reinforce the message from...

Overreacting is common for children, but as they get older, it becomes more important that they learn to manage their emotions and practice flexible thinking. Reinforce the message from Bryan Smith's My Day is Ruined! storybook, by displaying...