Category: Activities
30+ tools for 1:1 work with children (assessment, planning & intervention)
The Kids Central Toolkit aims to provide workers and services with information, resources and tools to use child-centred approaches in their work with children, young people and families. The Toolkit…
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…
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…
Heads Up! A toolkit of sessions to run with young people to promote mental health & emotional well-being
“Heads Up! A Toolkit of Sessions to Run with Young People to Promote Mental Health & Emotional Well-being” is a comprehensive resource designed to support professionals working with young people…
My feelings workbook: naming & exploring emotions
The “My Feelings Workbook” is a powerful resource designed to help children recognise and explore their emotions. This book aims to support children in the healing process by teaching them…
Post-natal Depression Self Help Workbook: Gaining control of your life after having a baby
The Post-natal Depression Self Help Workbook is a valuable resource for women who are experiencing mild to moderate depression during or after pregnancy, as well as those recovering from severe…
Feelings cards; naming feelings
Social workers can use the Feelings Cards: Naming Feelings Poster in various ways to support children’s emotional development and enhance their understanding of feelings. Here are some suggestions: Individual Sessions:…
Domestic abuse: educational toolkit – activities & resources for children/young people
The “Spiralling” educational toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to address and prevent domestic abuse among children and young people. It features a compelling short film that portrays an abusive…
This is my World: Gathering child’s views on self, family, friendships, school, illness & the future
“This is My World” is an invaluable workbook created to support therapists in their work with children and adolescents diagnosed with a medical illness. The workbook contains a range of activities…
The parents protect! Video for parents/carers about child sexual abuse
“The Parents Protect!” is a video designed for parents and carers to raise awareness about child sexual abuse. With a duration of just over 29 minutes, this video provides a…
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…
Education on puberty for 10-14yrs old: Busy Bodies Programme
The Busy Bodies Adolescent Development Programme is an educational resource designed to provide information on puberty to children aged between 10 and 14 years old. It consists of a booklet…
A Workbook of Activities Designed to Strengthen Family Relationships
Strengthening Family Ties: A Workbook of Activities Designed to Strengthen Family Relationships offers a collection of enjoyable activities to enhance family functioning in five key areas: Building Trust, Family Support,…
6 session feelings programme for children affected by domestic abuse
The 6 session Feelings Programme is a structured guide designed to help children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse develop a better understanding of their emotions…
Young people’s safety questionnaire/toolkit
The Young People’s Safety Questionnaire/Toolkit is a valuable resource for professionals working with young people aged 13 to 18. Its purpose is to initiate discussions about safety in a non-accusatory…
Life story work/book: guides,templates & examples
Guides Life Story Work: A resource for foster carers, residential social workers, adoptive parents, and kinship carers, to support this work A guide for carers explaining what life story work…
101 Healing Stories for Kids and Teens (free book)
“101 Healing Stories for Kids and Teens” is a comprehensive guide that explores the power of storytelling and metaphors in therapeutic settings for young people. This resource is especially beneficial…
‘Protect Yourself Rules’ awareness programme (videos, booklet, guidance)
The aim of the awareness program is to teach children 6 age-appropriate rules to remember if they are ever confronted with an unsafe situation. The rules are: Safe touch and unsafe touch…
The Teen Relationship Workbook: for professionals helping teens to develop healthy relationships and prevent domestic abuse; 68 worksheets
The Teen Relationship Workbook is a valuable resource designed for professionals working with teenagers to address and prevent relationship abuse. With a collection of 68 worksheets, this workbook can be…
The Anxiety Workbook For Teens: Activities to Help You Deal With Anxiety & Worry
The Anxiety Workbook for Teens is a comprehensive resource filled with exercises and activities specifically designed to help teenagers understand and cope with anxiety and worry. This 186-page workbook offers…
Children’s Participation Toolkit for Social Workers (activities & worksheets)
The Children’s Participation Toolkit for Social Workers is a comprehensive booklet designed to facilitate the active involvement of children in the social work process. Packed with engaging activities, worksheets, and…
Free online bedtime stories exploring real-life issues
Storyberries is an online platform that provides free bedtime stories for children, addressing a wide range of real-life issues. With a collection of both classic tales and contemporary stories, Storyberries…
Relax like a cat: Relaxation Exercise for Children
“Relax Like a Cat” is a vibrant and engaging booklet designed to teach young children relaxation exercises. The booklet focuses on two techniques: controlled breathing and muscle relaxation. Through the…
Signs of Safety workbook & planning workbook
Signs of Safety Workbook The Signs of Safety Workbook is a comprehensive and practical resource designed to support practitioners and supervisors in their implementation of the Signs of Safety approach….
Autism, My Sibling, and Me – colorful workbook (for young sibling)
“Autism, My Sibling, and Me” is a colorful workbook specifically designed to engage and support young children who have a sibling with autism. Filled with vibrant illustrations and cartoon characters,…
‘Say it your own way’: 40+ worksheets facilitating children’s participation in assessment
‘Say it your own way’ is an inclusive and empowering booklet that prioritises the voice of the child, their wishes, feelings, and views. It consists of 40+ engaging worksheets designed…
Calm Harm – Mobile App to manage self-harming
Calm Harm is a mobile app designed to assist individuals in managing or resisting the urge to self-harm. The app provides a private and password-protected space for users to access…
‘Animal talk’ activity: Using animal pictures to get to know children and discuss their views and feelings
‘Animal talk’ is a valuable resource designed to help social workers and other practitioners engage in open and meaningful conversations with children, allowing them to get to know children on…
Getting to know a child’s routine activity tool
The ‘Getting to know a child’s routine activity tool’ supports social workers to gain an understanding of a child’s or young person’s daily routine in an engaging way. The document…
Getting along: How anger works & Keeping cool – A group program for aggression control (young people)
The ‘Getting along: How anger works & Keeping cool – A group programme for aggression control’ booklet from the Centre for Clinical Interventions and YouthLink uses the metaphor of a…