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Skill-Building Opportunities

Turn challenging moments into skill-building opportunities.

Picky Eating, Bedtime Fears, Meltdowns, Constant Crying, Sibling Rivalry: what’s a parent to do?

Mind in the Making is here to help you discover the skills that every child needs. We’ve researched the questions parents most frequently ask each other, their families and the professionals in their lives. And we’ve taken those questions and created 1-page guides for parents and professionals to help them turn common behavioral issues into opportunities to promote life skills in children.

Skill Building Opportunities

Perspective Taking

“Grabby” Toddler

Infant / Toddler
My toddler constantly grabs toys out of other children’s hands and says: “Mine!” How can I stop this behavior?
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Making Connections

A Case of the “Gimmes”

Preschool
My child has a bad case of the “Gimmes.” Whenever we go to a store, she asks for everything she sees. I try not to buy something every time we go out, but when I don’t, she throws a tantrum in public, and it’s embarrassing. I don’t want my child to be spoiled. How can I help her understand that she can’t always have what she wants?
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Perspective Taking

Afraid of Strangers

Infant / Toddler
My toddler is petrified of anyone new. He clings to me and sometimes screams, even when the person isn’t interacting with him. How can I help my son be less afraid?
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Communicating

Always Saying “No”

Infant / Toddler
My two-year-old always tells me “No!” How do I get her to say “Yes” sometimes?
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Focus & Self-Control

Attention Span

Preschool
My child doesn’t stay focused long enough to finish one thing before he moves onto something else. He takes out a puzzle, doesn’t finish it, then takes out another game. How can I help him stick with an activity?
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Taking on Challenges

Bedtime Fears

Preschool
My three-year-old has recently become afraid of bedtime. What can I do to help him fall asleep?
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