SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Extraordinary Lives Foundation is spearheading a campaign to declare September as “Children’s Emotional Wellness Month.”
Their Feelings First initiative aims to highlight the importance of childhood emotional support by sharing 30 stories in 30 days.
The Extraordinary Lives Foundation’s Children’s Emotional Wellness (CHEW) Program is an integral part of their efforts, bringing emotional education into classrooms.
The program features Piggie Bear, a character designed to help children identify their emotions and develop empathy.
For the past decade, the organization has been dedicated to supporting children’s emotional health alongside their academic growth.
By focusing on emotional wellness, the Extraordinary Lives Foundation hopes to address the needs of today’s children and enhance their overall development.
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