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Difficult Conversations - Teach resiliency
Difficult Conversations – Teach resiliency
This tip sheet provides concise advice for handling difficult conversations with children and adolescents, including preparation, active listening, and follow-up. It is a useful tool for parents, educators, and youth workers to navigate challenging discussions effectively.
100+ ways to show kids you care
100+ ways to show kids you care
This comprehensive list offers 100 simple yet meaningful ways to show children that they are cared for, including spending quality time, offering praise, and providing emotional support.
7 meaningful ways to show your child you care
7 meaningful ways to show your child you care
Published/Updated 2023
This article outlines seven meaningful ways to show your child that you care, such as active listening, spending one-on-one time together, and expressing love and appreciation.
Children and youth in care - tips for teachers
Children and youth in care – tips for teachers
This document offers tips for teachers on how to support children in care, focusing on building trust, providing stability, and fostering a supportive learning environment.
The Impacts of Mentorship
The Impacts of Mentorship
This article from Mentor Canada explores how mentorship positively influences employment outcomes, particularly for young adults. It highlights that individuals who have had mentors are more likely to secure meaningful employment, have higher incomes, and report better job satisfaction.
Developmental Relationships Framework
Developmental Relationships Framework
Published/Updated 2014
This resource provides a framework for fostering strong developmental relationships between young people and adults. It highlights five key elements of effective relationships that support youth development