Prepared by Kelsy Newton, Psy.D.

St. Luke’s Children’s Neuro- and Behavioral Psychology

Books:

• Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman
• How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talkby Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish
• The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness and Compassion Skills to Overcome Self-Criticism and Embrace Who You Are by Karen Bluth, PhD
• Self-Compassion for Parents: Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself by Susan Pollak
• Mindful Games for Kids by Kristina Marcelli-Sargent

Apps:

• Smiling Mind: Free mindful app developed by psychologists and educators
• Breathe App: free app for phone or watch that will guide inhalation and exhalation.
• Breathe Kids: has both a free and subscription version and includes kid friendly mediation/relaxation videos
• Headspace: requires subscription fee but offers a library of guided mediations
• Calm: subscription fee required and included a variety of mediations and sleep stories

Websites/Videos:

• Yale Child Study Center Helping Children cope with Covid-19 Pandemic.
• Child Trends Resources for Supporting Children’s Emotional Well-being during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
• Sesame Street Town Hall video. Emergency Room physician Dr. Leana Wen answers children’s questions about the Corona virus and how they can stay safe during quarantine.