All the HOPE framework and PCEs resources we released in 2025
Throughout 2025, the HOPE National Resource Center was busy creating resources on positive childhood experiences (PCEs), the key types of PCEs we call the Four Building Blocks of HOPE, and implementation strategies on how to promote PCEs using the HOPE framework. Our resources cover multiple sectors, including healthcare and education.
Check out all the resources we created in 2025 (and more on our resource library), and thank you to our collaborators who helped us and even created their own HOPE resources.
HOPE framework toolkits and guides
HOPE as an anti-racism framework in action guide
This guide walks you through the process of thinking about policy and practice changes from an anti-racism, HOPE framework lens.
Guide for incorporating HOPE in your grant proposals
This document will help provide the background information needed for successful funding requests.
HOPE for healthcare toolkit
This comprehensive resource toolkit was developed to support the integration of the HOPE framework into diverse healthcare settings.
HOPE toolkit for educators
The HOPE for Educators Toolkit is for teachers, school staff, school counselors, and anyone who works in K-12.
HOPE framework resources for professionals
HOPEful well-child visits
This packet shares how to providers can lead with a strengths-based lens and promote access to the Four Building Blocks of HOPE.
HOPE prompting questions and anticipatory guidance
This resource was created to guide clinicians through everyday questions to normalize the positive experiences children are experiencing, reinforcing their strengths and support growth.
Strength mapping exercise
This strength map can be used during well-child visits to help understand how individuals are already accessing the Building Blocks.
HOPEful case reviews with TRIADS
The Four Building Blocks of HOPE and the TRIADS model can be used to promote strengths during case reviews.
HOPE community resource binder
This HOPE Community Resource Binder provides tips and tricks to create a personalized binder full of formal and informal local resources that can promote access to the Four Building Blocks of HOPE.
HOPEful care for adolescents
This resource provides tips for healthcare providers who want to provide HOPE-informed care to adolescents.
HOPE in every electronic medical record note
This resource provides a strengths-based Electronic Medical Record documentation checklist for positive, patient-centered care.
Bring the HOPE framework to the classroom
This resource provides 10 tips to add the HOPE framework and the Four Building Blocks, the key types of PCEs, to your classroom.
Games centered on the HOPE framework
River Connection Game
This is a game to play with your family and friends to learn about each other and our environment. The questions and activities focus on the Four Building Blocks of HOPE. This game was created by HOPE Facilitators Beth Crispin and Faith Eakin from the Family Connection’s Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
HOPEful Conversations Card Deck
These HOPEful Conversation Cards are designed to surface the Four Building Blocks of HOPE through reflective prompts and actions that spark connection, insight, and growth. This game was created by HOPE Champion Lana Jelenjev from Neurodiversity Foundations.
HOPE resources for parents
Welcoming your baby – resource for new parents
Learn how to use the HOPE framework in a powerful way to understand how simple, loving, everyday moments can shape your baby’s future.
Preparing for your baby – resource for expecting parents
Learn how to utilize the Four Building Blocks of HOPE as you get ready for your baby.
HOPE for adolescents
This resource is designed to help adolescents learn about the HOPE framework.
Engaging youth around the Four Building Blocks of HOPE
We strongly encourage educators to share the concept of the Four Building Blocks of HOPE with children and youth.
Contact us
Not sure how to start practicing positive childhood experiences in your work or community? Reach out to us with any questions.
