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STEP 1: 5 MINUTES
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Transitions & Changes
Choice - When we get to pick what we want to do
Daily Transitions - changing activities, such as moving from play to bedtime
Life Transitions - big changes, such as starting school or becoming a big sister
Routine - Activities we do in the same order every day, like brushing our teeth before bed
SMASH THE KYRIARCHY
Why Act Now?
When we don't have control over what's happening to us, we might feel like lashing out and doing things we aren't proud of. Learning how to stay safe through daily and big life changes helps when life get confusing or scary. By learning how to respond with kindness when things change, we don't just make ourselves feel better - we also keep our friends safe and teach adults how to accept the way we change the world, too.
Transitions Toolkit For Kids
Interactive Toolkits for Kyriarchy-Smashing Kids
PBS Kids
Kids Talk About Life Changes
Everyone experiences big life changes, like getting older, moving, or changes in family
and friends. Real families talk about these exciting and difficult changes. They share what
helps them be brave and confident during transitions.
Ages 8-12
Navigating the chaos though changes in family, friendships, and new moving to a new home.
More Kid-Approved Favorites
Kids Stories About Growing Up, Coming Out & Accepting Change
STEP 2: 10 MINUTES
Ask Questions
Talk about this topic with an adult who you trust to be honest with you..
Who...
Who are you now?
Who will you be in 10 years?
What...
What changes are you looking forward to?
What upcoming changes are you nervous about?
How...
How has your life changed in the past year?
How do you work out big feelings about upcoming changes?
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STEP 3: USE WHAT YOU HAVE
Get Creative
Flex your brain using what you've learned & discover what's within your control to change.
Infants +
Songs To Start Routines
Trigger easy transitions to everyday tasks such as waking up, tooth-brushing, getting ready for school, and cleaning up.
Toddlers+
Daily Routines Visual Calendar
Create your own visual calendar for regular routines to transition between tasks.
Toddlers+
Create A Calming Bottle
Need a visual helper for meltdowns? Create your own calming bottle for visual validation of big feelings, and breathe as you watch the chaos come to calm.
Pre-K+
Craft a Color Changing Chameleon
Dance With Miss Priya to learn a step-by-step tutorial for a famous Bollywood dance from the 90's.
Elementary
Create A Bedtime Yoga Routine
Practice a few of your favorite moves from this kid-centered yoga routine to transition to bedtime.
Ages 12+
Art Therapy For Transitions
Art therapist Erica Pang walks us through a quick art therapy practice to map your feelings, reflect on changes to your identity, and find ease around big life transitions.
IT'S STILL OKAY TO LAUGH
Hard conversations with humor & joy
Every month the Luminary Braintrust tackles a new member challenge to make talking about social justice easier in real life.
STEP 4: ASSESS YOUR CAPACITY
Step Into Your Power: Take Action
Whether it's time, money, or our voice - we all have something to contribute.
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Bonus Resources
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PARENTING GUIDE
Supporting Neurodivergent Kiddos Through Transitions
Discussions, strategies, and simple routines to make both daily and big life transitions easier on both you and your kiddo.
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Read & Discuss
Tendril Theory
Understanding why it's so hard for Autistic people to abruptly shift gears and break from routine.
via E Is For Erin & Luna Corbden
Collab LAb
Transitions Lab
Our online parenting support group shares resources, open discussions, and strategies for neurodivergent parents supporting our kiddos through transitions.
via Raising Luminaries
Workshop Collective
Create Rituals For Change
Our 6-week discussion group provides the space and strategies you'll need to subvert activist burnout while strengthening your resolve for a lasting revolution.
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