Resources for Families | Making Caring Common — Making Caring Common

Explore practical resources designed to assist parents, caregivers, and educators in fostering caring and ethical values in children. "Resources for Families" by Making Caring Common offers a variety of tools, activities, and discussions to help nurture empathy, emotional awareness, and community orientation in young people. From understanding emotions to engaging in critical conversations about current events, these resources provide valuable support in raising mindful and compassionate children.

At a glance

• Feelings Wheel: A visual tool to expand children's emotional vocabulary, helping them differentiate between similar feelings.
• Conversation Starters: Useful strategies for fostering open dialogue with teens about complex themes, including current events and differing viewpoints.
• Gratitude Activities: Engaging exercises like Gratitude Scavenger Hunts and Conversation Cards that promote appreciation and strengthen family bonds.
• Coping Tools: Resources that guide families in navigating difficult emotions together, enhancing resilience and emotional health.
• Reflective Mindset Toolkit: Strategies to help teenagers develop a caring mindset and foster empathy in their daily interactions.