National Center for Youth Issues

A disciple of new learning, better understanding, establishing and accepting boundaries...has a nice ring to it. ?? #discipline #punishment

Check out our latest blog and get a free Grateful Turkey Template! Ways to Teach Kids About Gratitude ***** With Thanksgiving soon, this is a great season to teach kids about gratitude. Teaching it while they are young will help to reinforce a thankful attitude when they are older. According to UNC Chapel Hill’s Raising Grateful Children project, there are four major elements to gratitude that are learned in childhood: WANT TO KEEP READING? Visit our Blog or https://lnkd.in/eK-JDQD9 #Grateful #Thankful?

When we become aware that a thought isn't serving us well, we can take steps to let it go. ?? #thoughtlife #compassionatethinking #becurious

"The path you will take is steep and bumpy. There are no shortcuts. To make it to the top, you'll need to use your BOUNCE BACK SUPERPOWERS." Charlie has wanted to be a rescue dog since he was a puppy. But getting his certification as an official Rescue Dog requires a climb to the very top of the tallest mountain! With the help of his friends, Charlie sets out on a big adventure. Soon enough, obstacles begin to show up that test his determination. Charlie learns six Bounce Back Superpowers that allow him to overcome challenges and stay on the path. Through this story, readers will learn ways to: - approach difficulties with calm resolve - think creatively about possible solutions - break problems into manageable steps - take a "paws" now and then to recharge before moving forward With friendship, encouragement, and wisdom, the next new Rescue Dog might just grow up before your eyes - and have an immediate opportunity to make a difference. @juliacookonline ncyi.org/igotthis #resilience #growthmindset

We don't know about you, but sometimes we have a hard time asking for help. ?? We get good at putting on the "I've got it all together" face, but in reality, we're struggling.? This quote is a great reminder to us that vulnerability leads to connection...not just for us, but also for the kids in our lives.? Take a moment today to check in on the people who seem like everything is a-okay. We're betting there's more to the story. #askforhelp #bevulnerable #createconnection

Our words have power. Letting children know we're here and able to be present with them can offer a profound sense of safety. "I love you" can come in many different forms. #iloveyou #bepresent

It's the consistent, even-when-it's-hard kindness that creates change. Thank you for the many ways you keep pouring kindness into the world. ?? #bekind #goodlistener

Looking for a book that celebrates and challenges kindness in your students? Join the fun as “K_nd” goes on an adventure to find his missing “i.”?Along the way, he meets a diverse group of children who learn what it means to share their kindness through everyday actions, both big and small. Whether helping someone who’s hurting, pitching in to protect our planet, allowing others to go first, or learning to share, this engaging story will spark conversations at home and in the classroom about the concepts of kindness, empathy, and compassion! https://lnkd.in/ezNnwjpK #worldkindnessday #bekind

School psychologists, we want to highlight and honor the important work you do. Thank you for the many ways you support the growth and development of children into thriving individuals. If you're a school psychologist, please head to NCYI.org/giveaways and enter to win one of these titles. You can find out more about each at NCYI.org! Five individuals will win one copy of an NCYI new release title. Giveaway open to continental U.S residents only. Must be 13+ to enter. Giveaway closes on November 16th at midnight. Winners will be notified by email by November 18th. No purchase necessary. This giveaway is not sponsored by or associated with Instagram or any other company. #schoolpsychology #schoolpsychologist

No feeling is wasted. They each have something to tell us when we make time to get curious. #emotions #feelings