Games & Activities
Fear No More
Gather markers, paper (a large sheet), and stuffed animals or puppets
Tell your child about something that used to scare you as a child (for example, a visit to the doctor, sirens, thunder). Ask for their advice: What do you think I could have done to make myself feel less afraid? Encourage suggestions, and write them down on a large piece of paper.
Introduce a stuffed animal. Ask your child what the animal could be afraid of. Make the toy ask for advice: How can I make myself feel less afraid? Have your child offer ideas (such as cuddling with mom or dad or singing a favorite song). Next, have the toy act out some of the advice and report how it feels: I feel better! Thanks!
Talk about it
As your child grows, encourage talking about fears and finding ways to manage them.