Body Safety Coloring Page
Cultivating Body Safety: A Coloring Page Activity for Children Empowering children with a strong sense of body safety is crucial for protecting our children. Providing them with an understanding of appropriate and inappropriate behavior, along with fostering open communication about their bodies, is essential. With a simple yet impactful coloring activity, we can guide […]
Transforming Worries into Wonder A Journey of Growth and Discovery
Unlocking Curiosity: The Power of “I Wonder” Statements Transforming worries into wonderment is a simple yet profound tool in nurturing a child’s mind. When we employ “I wonder” statements, we invite children into a realm where observations become stepping stones to critical thinking and problem-solving. By encouraging children to sit with their emotions and explore […]
Circles of Control
Let’s break down the concept of circles of concern, influence, and control to help you guide your child through understanding and managing their emotions. Here’s a simplified overview: Circle of Concern: This includes things we worry about but can’t control, like global issues or other people’s actions. It’s important to recognize these but not dwell […]
5 Things Every 5 Year Old Should Know About Body Safety
It can be challenging to have conversations with your kids about their bodies, healthy boundaries, and abuse. But research shows that children who are informed about their bodies and feel comfortable talking openly with a caring adult are less likely to be abused and more likely to disclose abuse if it happens* Here’s what […]
Parenting Resource: Family Goal Setting
We all desire meaningful connections with our kids. We also know that there is powerful healing that takes place when our kids feel seen and known. But life gets busy. So how can we plan for success as a family? Family Goal setting is a great way to bring your family closer together, reflect on […]
Parenting Resource: Back To School
A new school year can be hard for any child, especially children who have experienced trauma. Ongoing stress changes a child’s brain. This can lead to problems in learning, behavior, and physical and mental health. These behaviors may seem impossible to stop or avoid. Chosen’s team can assist you in gaining a new understanding and […]
Honoring Dad
At Chosen, we believe that a strong connection between caregiver and child is foundational to building healthy attachment, trusting relationships, and ultimately, healing. This Father’s Day, give the dad in your life the gift of connection through conversation. Or better yet, give yourself the gift of a conversation! The downloadable tool below will guide you […]
Post High School Career Support Contact
Your child (young adult!) is transitioning to the first chapter of their grown-up life. They still need your support to feel safe and navigate the world around them as they explore their newfound freedom. Change can be scary to kids who have already experienced loss. Use this contract as a guide to help your young […]
Post High School College Support Contract
Your child (young adult!) is transitioning to the first chapter of their grown-up life. They still need your support to feel safe and navigate the world around them as they explore their newfound freedom. Change can be scary to kids who have already experienced loss. Use this contract as a guide to help your young […]
Let’s Get Moving
Physical activity helps us with regulation and sensory input. Below are some descriptions of different types of movement for you and your child to connect through exercise. Aerobic: any physical activity that makes you sweat, causes you to breathe harder, and gets your heart beating faster. Proprioception: any input that helps the body […]
Scavenger Hunt Connection Checklist
Use our free printable scavenger hunt checklist and let the fun begin! This is perfect for inside or the backyard, for younger and older kids alike. After the hunt is over, enjoy a snack together, open your bags to see what everyone collected, and talk about the experience: 1. What did you like about […]
Table Topics For Connection
Transforming Chaos to Connection: Creative Conversations at the Family Dinner Table Family dinner—the concept is a good one backed by decades of research. Eating together can improve parent-child relationships, give children a sense of stability and connectedness, and result in fewer behavioral problems.[1] But reality isn’t always so simple. “Sit down! Try just one bite! […]
