A leader's manual and a participant's workbook for a bereavement support group program for children aged 5 to 15 are combined in this document. The leader's manual discusses the program's rationale and objectives; how to establish the group; facilities; leaders' responsibilities, characteristics, and time commitment; children's grief reactions and…

This student manual, part of the Family and Community Health Through Caregiving program, focuses on the impact of children with birth defects on families, and the ways families cope with the needs of these children. Topics include: (1) genetic causes of birth defects; (2) how the community and individuals can help families with special-needs…

Stress is an inevitable part of students' lives, but too much stress can have damaging consequences. Ways in which children can respond positively are covered in this stress booklet. Intended for students in grades 6-12, the booklet is divided into 20 lessons on stress. Each lesson features various activities, role plays, exercises, and checklists…

Children of alcoholics (COAs) generally experience high levels of anxiety and depression, particularly those in grades five through eight. The materials in this program intend to help these children by improving their group environments and by helping them grow in developmentally healthy ways. The components of the program are research based and…

This workbook provides activities and ideas for children who are suffering the loss of a family member or friend through suicide. Each section contains activities to help them understand and cope with the loss. Displayed throughout are the words, drawings, and suggestions of children who have also suffered through this tragedy. Some of the…

This workbook for students in grades 3 through 5 is designed to help them understand how stress affects the body and to show them various positive ways of coping with stress in daily life. Fifteen lessons include definitions of stress, relaxation exercises, visualization techniques, problem-solving approaches, dealing with conflicts, the necessity…

In response to the September 11th, 2001 terrorists attacks, "Comfort for Kids" was formed as a collaborative effort to provide support and resources to children and families directly affected. This facilitator's guide and student's guide represent one part of the three-pronged approach of the "Comfort for Kids" program. The…