Skill· 6.5y–9y· 1 min

Sympathy or Overwhelmed?

Read a short story moment and help your child name whether the character feels caring-for-someone (sympathy) or too upset for themselves (overwhelmed). Then practice what helps a person shift from overwhelmed to helpful.

Free to do together whenever you like.

How it works

The 2-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

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