Mr. Carson Cares

Help Your Child Discover Their Superpowers: Thriving With Strengths!

Join Mr. Carson & Friends for Fun, Strengths-Based Activities That Build Resilience & Emotional Well-Being...One Pawprint at a Time!

As a parent or caregiver, can you relate to some of these situations? You aren't alone.

We all just want our kids to see themselves as the amazing humans we see and love!

Worry and self-doubt leave your child feeling unsure of their own worth or abilities.
Your child is hesitant to try new things as they are fixed on what they 'can't do well' rather than the strengths they possess.
Isolation or disconnection from friends leave your child feeling a little lost, struggling to find their place or voice.
You want SIMPLE, fun and proven psychology tools for your child, but feel overwhelmed with Google results or 'parenting influencers' on social media telling you what's best for your child.

What if you could take a big exhale - keep things simple and focus on small steps?

Explore strengths with your child at your own pace - and theirs.

Enjoy a flexible approach to exploring strengths, allowing your child to follow their interests and engage with strengths that resonate with them.

Help 'inpower' your child to see themself in a new light.

Imagine your child standing in their true strengths and feeling proud of who they are, cultivating heart-led resilience and self-awareness.

Let a friendly dog and his friends take your child on a strengths journey.

Experience your child’s joy as they build a heartfelt connection with Mr. Carson and his animal friends, fostering imagination and encouragement.

Which is why I’m so excited to introduce:

'I Know My Strengths' Printable Kit

Mr. Carson Cares' Strengths Kit is a fun and engaging tool rooted in positive psychology research. It helps children discover and celebrate their unique strengths through activities led by friendly dog guide, Mr. Carson and his animal friends. Designed to teach the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths, this kit encourages gentle exploration, fostering self-awareness, and emotional well-being. Through creative exercises, your child will learn to name their own strengths, while being able to notice and name strengths in others.

When you buy the Strengths Kit, you will receive the following for download:

Get Started/Quick Tips for Adults

Quick start guide for parents/teachers/caregivers on how to introduce the kit and ways to use it with your child.

24 Uniquely Designed Character Strength Cards with Fun Animals

24 custom designed cards featuring adorable animals with the name of each strength and a strength affirmation. Two card sizes provided (2"x3.5" and 3.5x5").

Strengths Journal Sheet & Tracker

Strengths Journal sheet with prompts: Kids write/draw how they explore each strength, and how it makes them feel. A tracker helps kids check off each strength explored.

Strength Spotting Detective Sheet

Noticing and naming strengths in others is an important skill. Have your child use this detective sheet to recognize when they see strengths in action (even the family pet)!

Strengths Cape Colouring Sheet

Colour in Mr. Carson's cape or have your child make their special design. Write or draw pictures around Mr. Carson of their favourite strengths - their superpowers.

Strengths Graduation Certificate

Strengths need to be celebrated and Mr. Carson has a certificate of completion for you to print for your child. This is about progress - not perfection. You decide when it's celebration time!

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Get the 'I Know My Strengths' Downloadable Kit!

Just $19.99 USD with 10% of every sale going directly to our partner animal charities

About Us

Hi, I’m Sarah Found, the heart and mind behind Mr. Carson Cares. My journey began with experiences of significant loss and self-doubt during childhood, where I found compassion and strength in my beloved pets (animal companions) and my passion for storytelling and journaling.

As a storyteller, communications professional, and most importantly - a mom, these experiences inspired me to return to school at 40+ to pursue a Master’s degree in Positive Psychology (MAPP), blending research with creativity. Curiosity and Love of Learning are clearly my two top character strengths!

Inspired by the life and legacy of my British Golden Retriever, Mr. Carson - aka my Chief Inspiration Officer (CIO), I’m dedicated to helping kids discover their inner strengths, build what I call 'heart-led resilience', and cultivate hope in hard moments that tomorrow can be better. With Mr. Carson as their gentle guide (and other furry friends), I aim to make positive psychology accessible, engaging, and impactful for every child.

In a world struggling with record levels of hopelessness amongst youth, these critical tools taught through the re-imagining of a gentle, 100-pound dog who touched many lives —are designed to nurture emotional well-being and resilience in children. Even a small spark of change in how a child sees themself can help protect and build their hope as they continue to grow up. Join Mr. Carson and I on this mission - paw in hand!

FAQs

Are you a therapist or parenting coach?

I am not a parenting coach or psychotherapist. I hold my Master of Science (MSc) degree in Positive Psychology(MAPP), where my research focused on hope and resilience in youth - especially those experiencing significant life changes and uncertainties.

What if my child doesn't connect with some strengths?

I teach the 24 research-based VIA strengths, which are used with youth and adults. However, this journey is about your child and a strengths language they connect with. Explore the strength names, but feel inspired to make up new ones.

Why are character strengths important for kids to learn?

Research shows that children who focus on character strengths are up to 30% more likely to experience higher levels of happiness and lower levels of stress, helping them navigate challenges over time. Children develop a positive identity, cultivate hope and a growth mindset.