Owen and the Bridge That Would Not Stay Put: Problem Solving at Poplar Hollow
Problem Solving, Social-Emotional Learning, Coping Skills, Flexible Thinking, Executive Functioning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray Problem Solving, Social-Emotional Learning, Coping Skills, Flexible Thinking, Executive Functioning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray

Owen and the Bridge That Would Not Stay Put: Problem Solving at Poplar Hollow

When a crooked bridge disrupts Owen’s lantern-making plan, he assumes the whole afternoon is ruined. Learn how the PAWS skill helps children define the real problem, compare safe choices, ask for help, and take one workable step forward.

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Bo and the Step He Did Not Feel Ready to Take: Opposite Action at Poplar Hollow
Emotional Regulation, DBT Skills for Kids, Coping Skills, Anxiety Support, Social-Emotional Learning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray Emotional Regulation, DBT Skills for Kids, Coping Skills, Anxiety Support, Social-Emotional Learning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray

Bo and the Step He Did Not Feel Ready to Take: Opposite Action at Poplar Hollow

Bo wants to lead the campfire rhythm, but when the moment arrives, fear tells him to run. Learn how Opposite Action helps children notice emotional urges, check for safety, and take small steps toward what matters even when they do not feel ready.

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Jasper and the Story His Brain Told Too Fast: Cognitive Reframing at Poplar Hollow
Cognitive Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, Social-Emotional Learning, Flexible Thinking, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray Cognitive Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, Social-Emotional Learning, Flexible Thinking, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray

Jasper and the Story His Brain Told Too Fast: Cognitive Reframing at Poplar Hollow

After one missed jump, Jasper’s brain decides that he ruins everything and everyone thinks he is terrible. Learn how the TAIL skill helps children slow down automatic thoughts, investigate the evidence, and find a more balanced way to understand difficult moments.

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When One Calm-Down Trick Is Not Enough: Advanced NEST at Poplar Hollow
Emotional Regulation, Coping Skills, Social-Emotional Learning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray Emotional Regulation, Coping Skills, Social-Emotional Learning, Howl to Human Skills Tristan Murray

When One Calm-Down Trick Is Not Enough: Advanced NEST at Poplar Hollow

One calming strategy will not work for every child or every stress response. Join Bo, Owen, and Maya at Poplar Hollow as they learn Advanced NEST: a flexible way to notice body signals, soothe the senses, release tension, and find the support their bodies need.

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