Resources for Children
Below you will find information about how to help your child understand the importance of their mental health and guidance on helping them learn to talk about their feelings. We encourage you to explore these and to connect with your state or local National Federation of Families affiliate if you need support, information or resources or are concerned that your child/youth may be struggling.
Articles and Tips for Parents
How to Talk about Mental Health with Your Kids - Today's Parent
How to Talk to Your Kids about Their Mental Health - NBC News
Talking To Kids About Mental Illnesses - AACAP
Sesame Street in Communities: Exploring Emotions - Feelings come in all shapes and sizes. When you help children express and understand their emotions, you’re helping them to overcome challenges, understand others, and communicate. In simple everyday ways, you can give them important tools that will help them handle big feelings, little ones, and every feeling in between.
Book Lists for Children and Youth
10 Books to Help Children Understand Mental Illness - Parent Co.
19 Must-Read Books to Help Kids Understand Their Emotional and Mental Health - Thrive Global
44 Children's Books about Mental Health - Child Mind Institute
Books for Children and Teens about Specific Diagnoses - NAMI
Workbooks on Emotional Health for Young Children
Pre-K Workbook for Emotional Expression, Processing, and Regulation - NASMHPD
Workbook for Kindergarten to Grade 2 for Emotional Expression, Processing, and Regulation - NASMHPD
Workbook for Grades 3 to 5 for Emotional Expression, Processing, and Regulation - NASMHPD
