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Screens and Your Family: How much screen time is okay for a child?

While screens can entertain, teach, and keep children occupied, too much use or the wrong content may lead to problems and we see a growing concern from teachers and parents.

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During stressful events, playing games is crucial for maintaining mental and emotional well-being, especially for children. Games provide a distraction from anxiety-inducing situations, helping to reduce stress and promote relaxation.

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You are not alone as you navigate a new normal

Helpful information and sites of psychological assistance in Ukraine and abroad.

Psychological Support

Agencies and Organizations helping Ukrainian families in need

Relief Organizations

Reawakening Joy Kit to Spark Joy in Ukrainian Families

We truly hope our Reawakening Joy Kit helps children and families rediscover moments of joy and connection — bringing a little more light into Ukrainian homes.

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Prepare Your Child for the Kindergarten and First Grade

Preparing for school is not just about buying notebooks and a backpack; it’s about creating a comfortable environment for your child. Help your child feel ready for this new stage in their life.

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Taking Care of You and Your Child in Stress

The reality is that even preschool-age children will hear about major crisis events. What are some tips that can help you reduce your children’s worries?

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Tips on Helping Your Children Feel Secure. With these small tips, you can help your child relax and have fun!

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Digital books make it possible for children to keep learning despite the new challenges they may be facing.

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How to Talk With Kids About Tragedies

How kids react to stress, and their recovery often depends on the response of parents and other caregivers.

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Building Children’s Resilience During War Time

Talking to children about war can seem a difficult topic to talk about. However, it helps them feel safer and more secure.

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Helping Children Cope

Many children in Ukraine and other countries are in need of helpful resources to grow, learn, and play during difficult times. Clever Hedgehog’s library bookshelfHelping Children Cope” is full of storybooks for young children who are learning to cope with good and bad experiences in their childhood.

Clever Hedgehog hopes that these storybooks encourage children and teach them that they can grow through difficulties.

Good friends get mad sometimes book
Friendship Has No Borders
the worry be coping book for kids
"Read next how Petro lost his toy in "Petro and Marko" story
it's ok to feel sad, book on coping for kids
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Ensuring the Well-Being of All Children 

We’ve compiled resources that can be used to support young children during times of conflict.

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Why Read With Your Child?

Reading aloud benefits children and you in many significant ways.

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Math is Fun!

Learn how to make math FUN and ENGAGING by turning it into PLAY!

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