With younger children, it helps to focus on positive building blocks—like resilience and confidence—that can boost their self-esteem and help protect them from future substance use. These strengths empower kids and set them up for healthy choices down the road! Check out some resources below that may help with raising protective factors for the kids in your life!

• Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences

  Includes training modules to help you understand how to prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

• Sesame for Families

  Printable worksheets, videos, and more to help children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

• How Brains are Built: The Core Story of Brain Development

  YouTube video that educates on brain development in an approachable manner.