Resilience Toolkit - Activities for Young People teens teenagers

Resilience Toolkit – Activities for Young People

The resilience toolkit is a comprehensive guide developed to promote resilience and wellbeing in young people aged 10 and over. It contains theory and background on resilience along with a variety of practical tools, worksheets and lesson plans. The toolkit is structured around the RESILIENCE…


A manual for Empowering young people in preventing gender-based violence through peer education

5 Session Programme Empowering Teens in Preventing Gender-Based Violence

The ‘A manual for Empowering young people in preventing gender-based violence through peer education‘ is a manual designed to empower teenagers in preventing gender-based violence through peer education. It serves as a comprehensive guide for implementing the Youth4Youth programme in schools or youth centres. The…


Social Work Supervision and Reflection Tools & Resources

Social Work Supervision and Reflection Tools & Resources

Exploring Identity, Power, Values and Ethics Social GGRRAAAACCEEESSSS This tool provides a framework called Social GGRRAAAACCEEESSSS for reflecting on different aspects of personal identity as a person and as an enabler of supervision. It includes questions to consider how one’s identity might be described by…


Teach Kids About Autism Kit for Kids Engaging Programme

Teach Kids About Autism: Kit for Kids Engaging Programme

The “Teach Kids About Autism: Kit for Kids” is an engaging program designed to educate elementary and middle school students about autism and promote inclusivity in the classroom. The kit includes various resources aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of autistic peers among students. At…


"Strengthening Families Program: Handouts & Worksheets" is a comprehensive resource that supports the Strengthening Families Program for children aged 7-17. The program aims to enhance family relationships and develop essential life skills in children. This booklet contains a wide range of handouts and worksheets organised into various lessons. Each lesson focuses on a specific aspect of family dynamics and personal development. The handouts and worksheets provided in this resource offer practical tools and activities that parents and caregivers can utilise to engage their children in meaningful discussions and promote positive behavior. They encourage the development of essential pro-social skills necessary for successful life outcomes. Click here to view/download CONTENTS: INTRODUCTIONThe Happy Family—Healthy Brain ConnectionEssential SkillsKeeping Your Family Safe and HappyFamily Conversation JarPlanning for Family DinnersMy TimeStomping the ANTsUnderstanding Brain DevelopmentHow to Have a Healthy BrainFour Family FunMindfulness, Part 1Mindfulness, Part 2Mindfulness, Part 3Mindfulness, Part 4 LESSON 1Look for and Compliment the Good DailyLook for and Compliment the Good, Tracking Sheet—AdultLook for and Compliment the Good, Tracking Sheet—ChildLook for and Compliment the Good, Tracking Sheet—TeenThe Power of Praising and Ignoring40 Phrases That PraiseThree Easy Instant Stress-BustersWhat Makes Our Family Strong—Our Family TreeWhat Makes Our Family Strong—Family Tree LeavesWhat Makes Our Family Strong—Personal and Family StrengthsLesson 1 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life LESSON 2Communicate with Love and UnderstandingThree Easy Communication Skills, Tracking Sheet—AdultThree Easy Communication Skills, Tracking Sheet—TeenThree Easy Communication Skills, Tracking Sheet—ChildThe Listening StickBeing Assertive Pays OffBanishing Communication Boulders—The Dirty DozenBanishing Communication Boulders—Family AgreementBanishing Communication Boulders GameFamily Meeting Agenda and RulesApologiesForgivenessTips for Talking with TeensSafe and Cool ConversationsThe Problem PassLesson 2 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life LESSON 3The Five Rs for a Happy HomeOur Family Rules!Family-Friendly Rules, Tracking Sheet—TeenFamily-Friendly Rules, Tracking Sheet—ChildTrack and Reward for Good BehaviorMaking Rewards RewardingReward JarFamily Responsibilities and ChoresChore ChartWhat Chores Can Young Kids Do?Stress-Busting RoutinesHappy Family RitualsTrack and Reward for Good Behavior—Bee Good ChartTrack and Reward for Good Behavior—High-5sTrack and Reward for Good Behavior—Brain Gain ChartTrack and Reward for Good Behavior—Earning Your StripesRewards SpinnerLesson 3 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life LESSON 4Limits and ConsequencesPositive DisciplineChoosing Effective Negative ConsequencesChore JarCalm Consequences Reduce Conflict, Tracking Sheet—AdultI Stayed Calm! Tracking Sheet—TeenI Stayed Calm! Tracking Sheet—ChildLesson 4 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful LifeSkills for Successful Parenting—Handling Stressful SituationsSkills for Successful Parenting—Correcting BehaviorTrack and Reward for Positive Practice—Brain Gain ChartTrack and Reward Positive Practice—High-5sTrack and Reward for Positive Practice—Bee Good Chart LESSON 5Problem Solving and Negotiation SkillsProblem Solving WorksheetWin-Win Negotiation WorksheetPre-Problem Solving StepsPre-Problem Solving WorksheetThe 5 Cs to Stay Smart and SafeLesson 5 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life LESSON 6Stress and Anger Management SkillsManaging Stress—Causes, Symptoms, ReducersManaging Stress—Relaxation TechniquesManaging Stress—Stress TestCalm Anger by Rethinking Your “Stories”Tracking and Taming the Anger Monster—Five Simple StepsTracking and Taming the Anger Monster—Applying the StepsTracking and Taming the Anger Monster—Worksheet for KidsStep Out of Anger—InstructionsStep Out of Anger—Step OneStep Out of Anger—Step TwoStep Out of Anger—Step ThreeStep Out of Anger—Step FourStep Out of Anger—Step FiveFace Up to Your FeelingsFamily Agreement for Dealing with ConflictBuilding Emotional ControlLesson 6 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life, Part 1Lesson 6 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life, Part 2Lesson 6 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life, Part 3 LESSON 7Goals and Contracts to Change BehaviorHelping Kids Change for the BetterAchieving My Goals and DreamsMaking S.M.A.R.T. GoalsMy GoalsContract for ChangeAssessing Strengthsand SkillsTime Master—Achieving Your GoalsTips for School SuccessMy Homework RoutineBudget and Tracking SheetLesson 7 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life, Part 1Lesson 7 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life, Part 2Discover and Share Your Talents and Gifts LESSON 8No Alcohol, Tobacco or Other Drugs (A.T.O.D.)Keeping Kids Alcohol- and Drug-FreeAlcohol Harms a Teen’s Developing BrainMarijuana Harms Brain DevelopmentI Can Have a Healthy, Powerful BrainFamily Protective StrategiesThe 5 Cs to Stay Smart and SafeFamily Freedom PledgeFreedom Pledge to Never Drink and DriveLesson 8 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful LifeThe Risks of Prescription Drug Abuse LESSON 9Choosing Good Friends and Monitoring ActivitiesThe 5 Cs to Stay Smart and SafeMaking and Becoming a Good FriendI Can Be a Good FriendStop Bullying!Monitoring Kids’ ActivitiesAssess Your Child’s Risk for A.T.O.D. useLesson 9 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful Life LESSON 10Values, Traditions, and ServiceFun Family TraditionsI Can ContributeI Have Power to Do GoodShield Your Family by Sharing Your ValuesKeeping the Changes We’ve MadeLesson 10 Pro-Social Skills for a Successful LifeTalking with Your Kids about Sex MARRIAGE AND RELATIONSHIP TIPS1 Creating Stable Families, Part 12 Creating Stable Families, Part 2 (Foundation, romance wheel, fence)3 Creating Stable Families, Part 3 (House)4 Couple’s Time: Questions to Reconnect5 Making Happy Marriages, Part 1 (Skills and attitudes)6 Making Happy Marriages, Part 2 (Plan for increasing love, correcting errors)7 Making Happy Marriages, Part 3 (Tips for dealing with toxic behavior) Click here to view/download

Strengthening Families Program: Handouts & Worksheets

“Strengthening Families Program: Handouts & Worksheets” is a comprehensive resource that supports the Strengthening Families Program for children aged 7-17. The program aims to enhance family relationships and develop essential life skills in children. This booklet contains a wide range of handouts and worksheets organised…


Child Drugs Exploitation: Young People's Programme Guide

Child Drugs Exploitation: Young People’s Programme Guide

This “toolbox” is aimed at those working directly with young people identified as vulnerable to exploitation. It is presented as a selection of individual activities that can be completed in 1-1 sessions or as part of a group work programme. These activities have been developed…


Team Building Activities (Small & Large Groups)

Team Building Activities (Small & Large Groups)

This booklet is designed for social workers and other practitioners looking for creative and engaging ways to promote teamwork and collaboration in various age groups. Whether working with younger children, older children, or adults, this resource provides a diverse range of team building activities that…


Icebreakers for Children & Adults (Small & Large Groups)

Icebreakers for Children & Adults (Small & Large Groups)

Our booklet of icebreaking activities is an essential resource for social workers and other practitioners who work with diverse groups of people of all ages. These activities can be used in various settings such as schools, community centers, or even in one-on-one sessions to help…


Promoting Emotional Resilience in Children: A Resource Pack

Promoting Emotional Resilience in Children: A Resource Pack

The “Promoting Emotional Resilience in Children: A Resource Pack” is a comprehensive collection of materials and information aimed at supporting the development of emotional resilience in children. This pack offers a range of activities and resources that address important areas such as self-esteem, anger management,…


Programme for victims and survivors of domestic abuse - The Power to Change

Programme for victims and survivors of domestic abuse – The Power to Change

The Power to Change booklet is a valuable resource for setting up and running support groups for domestic violence survivors. It covers topics such as facilitator competencies, group development and management, group policies, and the Power to Change program. The program includes the Self-Esteem Program…


Adolescent family violence intervention program: Step-UP

Adolescent family violence intervention program: Step-UP

Step-Up is a nationally recognized adolescent family violence intervention program that provides valuable resources for social workers and other practitioners working with youth and families. The program is designed to address youth violence toward family members and offers evidence-based strategies and materials to support practitioners…


Stay Safe Programme resources

Stay Safe Programme resources

The Stay Safe Programme provides a range of resources designed to promote safety and well-being among children. The resources are originally intended for use in classes or groups, but can also be adapted for 1:1 work with children. They cover five main Stay Safe topics:…


Managing Depression – A Facilitator’s Guide for Women Living with Depression During Pregnancy, After Delivery and Beyond – Facilitator’s Guide

Managing Depression – A Facilitator’s Guide for Women Living with Depression During Pregnancy, After Delivery and Beyond – Facilitator’s Guide

The Managing Depression Facilitator’s Guide provides instructions and materials for delivering five 2-hour group sessions to support women experiencing perinatal depression. Sessions cover understanding depression, reactivating life, thinking realistically, solving problems effectively, and preventing relapse. Detailed activity plans involve discussion questions, worksheets, goal setting, and…


The real story? Child sexual exploitation & sexual health resource pack

The real story? Child sexual exploitation & sexual health resource pack

“The Real Story: Child Sexual Exploitation & Sexual Health Resource Pack” is a comprehensive guide for facilitators working with young people aged 13 and above. It provides essential information and tools to effectively address the topics of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and Sexual Health. The…


FREE DOWNLOAD OF 40 ICEBREAKERS FOR SMALL GROUPS

40 Icebreakers for Small Groups

These 40 icebreakers are simple to use and suitable for a wide age range. They are great with a small youth group and can be used an a small space! They require very few props and can easily be used in a home without feeling…