Every Kid Outdoors National Pass for
Families with 4th Graders (10 yr olds)


Do you have a 10 year old in your home? Did you know your family is eligible to get a free pass into any National Park in the US? Simply follow directions on the first button below so you and your family can start planning an adventure. 

The program focuses on children 10 years of age--the age of most fourth graders--based on research that indicates children ages 911 are at a unique developmental stage in their learning where they begin to understand how the world around them works in more concrete ways and they are more receptive to engaging with nature and the environment. By focusing on this age group year after year, the program aims to ensure every child in the United States has the opportunity to visit their Federal lands and waters by the time he or she is 11 years old, thereby establishing a lifelong connection to enjoy and protect our American outdoor heritage.

Every Kid Outdoors US Government siteNational Park Service Site

Guidance and Online Resources

 

Anxiety in Children and Teens: A Parent's Guide


Anxiety is often a normal part of childhood and adolescence, but there's a difference between everyday worry and chronic anxiety. By understanding the distinctions, you can help your child manage their symptoms effectively.

A trusted guide to mental health & wellness


HelpGuide.org is an independent nonprofit that runs one of the world's leading mental health websites. Each month, millions of people from all around the world turn to us for trustworthy information they can use to improve their mental health and make healthy changes.

Free Legal Answers from the American Bar Association

This resource from the American Bar Association includes answers to many questions about Family, Divorce, Custody, Housing, Eviction, Homelessness, Unemployment, Health and Disability, Civil Rights, Juvenile and Education Law. 

Texas Education Agency (TEA)

In collaboration with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, the Supreme Court of Texas, and the Permanent Judicial Commission for Children, Youth and Families (Children's Commission), TEA has developed a resource to support Texas schools in addressing the education of students in foster care: Texas Foster Care & Student Success Resource Guide (2022).

Understanding Child Welfare and the Courts

Child welfare agencies and legal and judicial communities have many common goals and a history of collaboration intended to improve outcomes for children and families. The purpose of court hearings is to determine whether children and youth are safe, not to prosecute parents or guardians. It is essential that all children and youth, families, caregivers, and advocates are authentically engaged in decision-making throughout their experience.

This collection offers a variety of publications and resources from Child Welfare Information Gateway designed to help you effectively work with and engage youth and families during state and tribal court hearings. Use these resources to help families feel prepared and informed.

Keeta's Place INC is a Life Skills and Life Coaching program that reaches Middle School and High School, aged girls, throughout the United States through a virtual program that is like no other.

We focus on providing young ladies with the life skills that are needed to become productive citizens who can contribute to society as they grow into adulthood. Our social-emotional learning-based curriculum centers around girls improving their confidence, forming healthy habits, building healthy relationships, overcoming distractions and getting rid of negative self-thoughts. We provide introductions to Law & Government, Money Management & Financial Readiness, Women's Health, Networking, Appearance Maintenance, Self-Awareness & Self-Love, Culinary Arts, Cultural Studies, Mental Health Resiliency (CBT), Introduction to the Arts, College and Career Preparation, S.I.S.T.E.R.H.O.O.D. Panels, and Forming Healthy Connections. We offer unique Mentorships, Travel Opportunities, and Community Service Projects that connects them to the world around them and much more.

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Many children who spend time in foster care experience problems sleeping, which can negatively impact their overall functioning.


If you are a foster, adoptive, or kinship parent of a 6- to 10-year-old child who struggles with sleep, you may be eligible to receive a FREE telehealth delivered sleep intervention developed specifically for children with a history of adversity. DFPS has approved the study for children in foster in Regions 6a and 6b only. However, adopted and kinship families from across Texas are eligible.


All confidential sessions take place online with a sleep therapist and families are compensated for their participation.



Raising children in a multi-racial home? Check out these resources. 

How race, ethnicity, culture, and identity impart treatment of traumaWhite Parents, Raising Black Children Video)Discussion Guide for Supporting a Positive Racial Identity for Black, Indigenous, and other Children of Color in Transracial Placements with White Parents
teaghlach ranch
At Teaghlach Ranch, they offer a parent retreat which includes connection, wellness, and renewal, with a first-class experience that is unique and well deserved. They have built an experience that all foster, adoptive and kinship parents want to enjoy.

The best way for parents to sign up for our waitlist for a Weekend in Fredericksburg is to email  info@teaghlachranch.org. The best way to find out about upcoming family events is to follow us on social media or check our website. Here are our links!

Hello, meet Jane the Brain! In this fun and colorful video series from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Jane, our super-smart and friendly animated character, helps kids understand big feelings like stress, frustration, and sadness. Join Jane as she explores ways to handle these emotions with relatable situations and helpful tips and coping skills.

Find additional educational videos, coloring books, and hands-on quizzes and activities to educate kids about mental health in Resources for Students and Educators.

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Educational Resources

The following organizations are not affiliated with TFFA, the links provided are for informational purposes and do not serve as a general endorsement of those organizations.

Free Educational Website & Apps

If you have access to the internet at home, here is a list of fun, free educational websites for kids as well as phone and tablet apps to reinforce learning from home. Most study websites 
include reading and math games, videos, stories and more. All indicate what are age and grade appropriate.

Fun sites to share with your family

 

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