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Back-to-School Resources

Going back to school can be exciting — and stressful. Here’s how to make the transition smoother and help kids get a strong start.

Helping Kids Get a Good Start

Talking to Kids About Back-to-School Worries

What You’ll Learn

  • Tips for more productive back-to-school conversations
  • How to ease anxiety about the upcoming school year
Back-to-School Tips for Kids Who Are Struggling

What You’ll Learn

  • How to help kids plan for the new school year
  • What you can do to support kids who are struggling in school
Back to School Dos and Don'ts

What You’ll Learn

  • Why routine is so important
  • What a “dry run” is and how can it help ease the transition to school
When Kids Refuse to Go to School

What You’ll Learn

  • What should I do if my child won’t go to school?
  • What is the treatment for school refusal?
How Trauma Affects Kids in School

What You’ll Learn

  • Which skills do traumatized kids need the most help with at school?
  • How can teachers help kids after they’ve been hurt by trauma?
How to Help Your Child Get Motivated in School

What You’ll Learn

  • Why do some kids have trouble getting motivated in school?
  • How can parents help their children try harder in school?

Video Resources

Use these videos to spark important conversations and teach essential mental health skills.

For Kids in Pre-K

These preschool-age videos feature hedgehog characters teaching important mental health skills for preschool children (age 3 to 5) to understand and enjoy.

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For Kids in Elementary School

These elementary-age videos also feature hedgehog characters in imaginative stories to teach key skills in a way that kids will enjoy watching and remember longer.

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For Kids in Middle School

These middle school-age videos feature an engaging host and interviews with a diverse group of real kids. They teach key skills while normalizing the challenges kids face and sparking productive conversations.

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For Kids in High School

These high school-age videos feature an engaging host and interviews with a diverse group of teens. They teach key skills while normalizing the challenges kids face and sparking productive conversations.

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For Parents

These videos for parents feature evidence-based information on helping children succeed in school, manage stress, and other tips to address your most common parenting challenges.

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More from the Child Mind Institute

About Us

The Child Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need to thrive.

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Family Resource Center

More resources to help you support children who are struggling with mental health, behavior or learning challenges.

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Connect to Care

Find answers to some of the most common questions about navigating care. From the first phone call to the final treatment session.

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Our Clinical Services

The Child Mind Institute offers children and families thorough evaluation and gold-standard treatment for a wide range of conditions and concerns.

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