ACT Concepts and Skills

Kids often try to push away big feelings—but acceptance teaches them to make space instead. Discover how this gentle, science-backed skill helps children and parents build emotional strength, calm, and resilience through small, steady steps. Includes free Making Space Cards to help your family begin today.

Kids (and parents) often get swept up in one tough moment — “I’m the worst at math!” or “I can’t do anything right.” Self-as-Context reminds us we’re always more than one thought, one feeling, or one struggle. In this blog, Sage the Squirrel helps us explore how to see the bigger picture, build resilience, and practice steady presence with kids through playful activities like Ripple Reminder.

"Each small noticing becomes a micro-step toward understanding big feelings and making gentle, thoughtful choices later on. Whether it’s watching a caterpillar crawl or feeling a warm breeze, these tiny noticings help kids build curiosity, connection, and emotional strength — one moment at a time."

The best stories don't just entertain - they help kids grow. By using storytelling as a tool for emotional regulation, we give children a powerful way to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe, engaging way.

Some thoughts just stick... but that doesn’t mean we have to stay stuck. Help kids handle sticky thoughts with playful defusion!

There’s something heavy in the air when we talk about AI...

Learn how defusion, a key ACT skill, helps kids handle sticky thoughts with fun exercises like "Thank You, Mind" and free resources!

Have you ever wished your child could slow down, notice the world around them, and feel calmer in tricky moments?

Discover how ACT helps kids manage big emotions, stay present, and focus on what matters—through fun stories and creative activities!