Military Families Resources for Young Children

Welcome Families!

You’re strong, but military life can be challenging. Here are ways to talk, listen, and connect.

Welcome Providers!

Your work helps military families stay strong. Here are ways to talk, listen, and connect.

Hello!

New adventures bring new friends! Play the Big Moving Adventure to help your kids get ready to meet some new playmates.

Back to School

Say goodbye with a special hug or handshake to ease into the new school year.

1, 2, 3

Take a deep breath and play Comfy-Cozy Nest to help the whole family relax.

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Birthdays

Make every birthday special no matter where you are.

Family Health and Wellness

Empower your family to make healthy choices.

Routines

Maintain a sense of comfort through military changes.

Self-Expression

Encourage your child to let out his feelings.

Military Homecomings

Prepare your family for reunions.

Military to Civilian Life

Transition out of the military, navigate change, and start your new adventure.

Relocation

Make moving a positive experience for your military children.

Deployments

Develop strategies for coping with pre-deployments and deployments.

Note: the following topics deal with sensitive subjects. We recommend that you preview this content before using it with your child.

Injuries

Sensitive Material

Establish a “new normal” after physical or mental injuries.

Grief