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Supporting Children and Teens Through the Upcoming Presidential Election

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, political talk is everywhere—on TV, social media, bumper stickers, at the dinner table, in classrooms, and in the background of everyday conversations. If you think your kids aren’t paying attention, think again.

Free Activities from Khan Academy Help Kids Learn About Feelings and Emotions

Ease the back-to-school transition with new lessons to help children identify their emotions. Happy or sad? Nervous or excited? Build confidence, self-awareness, and empathy by putting feelings into words. New lessons about BIG feelings Emotions are a big part of… Read more >>

Validating Your Child’s Emotions

Emotional validation is recognizing someone else's feelings or needs without judgment. You don't have to agree with someone's perspective to validate their emotions. You just have to show the person that you understand how they could feel the way they do.

Validation – What It Is and Why It’s Important

Validation is the communication that someone’s experience, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors make sense, even if we don’t agree with it.

Teen Not Talking? Here’s How to Break the Silence

Talking to teenagers is difficult for many reasons. Not every conversation is going to be big. But little talks and a lot of short moments can add up to big benefits for your kid’s social and emotional health.

Under Pressure: Helping Your Child or Teen Cope with School-Related Stress

Too much stress can take a toll on your child's or teen's mental and physical health.

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