Supports for Elementary Students and Families

MyLNK

Resources for Lincoln and Lancaster County

LPS Counselors and Social Workers

Talking With Children

Here are some good tips when talking with children

Helping Children Cope

The World Health Organization shared these tips for helping children cope.

Tips for Parents During a Pandemic

Self-Care for Parents and Families

Talking With Children

Here are some good tips when talking with children

Helping Children Cope

The World Health Organization shared these tips for helping children cope.

Second Step: English Posters

Skills for Learning, Empathy, Emotion Management, Fair Ways to Play and Problem Solving

Second Step: Spanish Posters

Skills for Learning, Empathy, Emotion Management, Fair Ways to Play and Problem Solving in Spanish

Home Connections from Second Step

Skills for Learning, Empathy, Emotion Management, Fair Ways to Play and Problem Solving in Spanish

Second Step Book List

Here are books recommended by Second Step for Kindergarten through 2nd grade

Second Step Covid-19 Resources for Parents and Teachers — With Lessons

Second Step has put together a handout for families.

Coronavirus Explained

Helpful video for kids from the CDC.

Mindfulness Activities

Mind Yeti is a resource designed to help kids reduce stress, improve focus, and build empathy through mindfulness. Mind Yeti makes it easy for kids and adults to tap into the power of mindfulness together.

Mindfulness Activities (Español)

Important Phone Numbers

CenterPointe Help Line (Lincoln): 402-475-6695

Nebraska Family Helpline: 1-888-866-8660

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

National Crisis Text Line: text START to 741741 (text charges from your phone carrier may apply)

Lincoln Police Department (non-emergency) 402-441-6000 or 911 (emergency)