"Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry" by Ashley Graber and Maria Evans offers tools for parents to help ease their children's anxiety. - Penguin Random House.

When your kids throw a tantrum, it can be a tough moment to handle. However, with patience, you can understand, guide, and calm them down.

Meditation can help calm big feelings. Nathaly Martinez, a video producer, says that yoga and mediation have been helpful for her child when she needs to take a moment to calm down.

“When kids know who they are and where they belong, and they can say, ‘I really like myself,’ they worry less. It quiets the noise of doubt and anxiety,” Evans says. E is for engage.

There’s a lot of content out there that feels like, well, a total assault on the senses—but that doesn’t mean your kid can’t enjoy some quality TV time. Instead, opt for one of these calming kids ...

Parents who already have the Calm app can find plenty in it for their kids as well. Navigate to the Calm Kids section for mindfulness programs, music, soundscapes, and nap stories.

Snuggles, pep talks and love notes: 10 ways to calm your kid’s back-to-school jitters. August 12, 2024 10:17 AM ET. Beck Harlan The transition back to school can be overwhelming for kids.

Snuggles, pep talks and love notes: 10 ways to calm your kid’s back-to-school jitters. By Rebecca Harlan (NPR) Aug. 12, 2024 3 p.m. The transition back to school can be overwhelming for kids.

Modern parents are told to TALK with an agitated kid to improve their mood. But in many cultures, mom and dad opt for a soothing caress to induce tranquility. Neurologists explain why it works.

Add a 15-minute block of educational content to your kid’s routine, such as a read-aloud, math puzzle or science experiment. — Keisha Siriboe , early childhood literacy consultant ...