Capacity Building
The Wellness Empowerment Program is here to support parents, educators, and other adults who engage with children and youth. We work to build capacity in our communities to support our children and youth in developing skills for mental well-being. Throughout the school year we facilitate professional development opportunities and parent information sessions. You can also check out our Community page to find us at community events near you.
See below to find other educational resources. Head over to our Mental Health page for information on external resources related to COVID, crisis support, and resources for accessing services non-urgently.
Educational Resources
Professional Development for Educators
Recommended Books
For Children
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst
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Breathe like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere By Kira Willey
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Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids by Carol McCloud
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How Full is Your Bucket? For Kids by Tom Rath and Mary Reckmeyer
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I’m Gonna Like Me: Letting off a little self-esteem. By Jaime Lee Curtis & Laura Cornell
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In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek
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My Many Coloured Days by Dr. Seuss
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My Mouth is a Volcano by Julia Cook
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Personal Space Camp by Julia Cook
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The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
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The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
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The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss
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Your Fantastic, Elastic Brain Brain: Stretch it, Shape it by JoAnn Deak
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You can also find recommended book lists at the following links:
AHS Building Blocks for Resilience booklets - Birth to 2 Years and 2 to 4 Years
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For children and youth - The Random Acts of Kindness curriculum book list
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