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There's a quiet kind of confidence that comes from knowing what to do when your feelings get big.

As parents and caregivers, we spend a lot of time helping children navigate the world around them — but how often do we help them navigate the world within them? 

Cool to be calm is a workbook designed for children ages 7–14 that turns emotional wellness into something approachable, even enjoyable. Through fun, age-appropriate activities, kids learn to identify what they're feeling, understand why they feel that way, and build a personal toolkit of strategies they can reach for on a hard day.

Parents and caregivers can work through it alongside their child, turning the pages into a shared conversation about feelings, coping, and what it means to take care of your mind the same way you take care of your body.

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Get expert support at Connections

While this guide offers a range of ideas and activities to support your child’s mental well-being, it's important to remember that every child’s needs are unique and often require more than a guide can provide. If you’re noticing signs that your child is struggling, seek expert support.

Visit Connections today to explore how professional support can make a meaningful difference in your child’s well-being. Remember, you’re not alone. Expert care is available to help guide your family through every challenge and triumph. Several of our centers accept youth and offer walk-in access to care, no referral or appointment needed. You can access youth care at our centers in Tucson, AZ, Harrisburg, PA, and Woodbridge, VA.

Connections Tucson Crisis Response Center

 Serves adults and youth 

2802 East District Street

Tucson, AZ 85714

Connections Emergency Behavioral Health Crisis Walk-in Center

Serves adults and youth 14+

1100 S. Cameron Street

Harrisburg, PA 17104

Connections Prince William County Crisis Receiving Center

 Serves adults and youth 12+ 

14011 Worth Avenue

Woodbridge, VA 22192

Not near a Connections center? Explore National Resources here. 

If you are struggling or you need immediate guidance, you can also call or text 988, the national crisis helpline. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support and connect you to local resources. Visit 988helpline.org to learn more.