Voice of the Child Toolkit

Voice of the Child Toolkit

The Voice of the Child Toolkit, developed by Derby City Council, offers a collection of useful tools designed to engage and hear the perspectives of children and young people. This toolkit is a valuable resource for social workers seeking to better understand the voices and…


Three Islands templates activity social worker children voice wishes and feelings

Three Islands Activity guidance, template & record sheets

The Three Islands is a fun and interactive direct work activity for social workers and practitioners to engage children in exploring their preferences, views, wishes and concerns. This activity enables professionals to understand what children like, dislike, and worry about. During the activity, the child…


All about me: Direct work sheets & activities (booklet)

All about me: Direct work sheets & activities (booklet)

The All About Me: Direct Work Sheets & Activities booklet is an engaging and interactive resource developed by Socialworkerstoolbox.com. With 40 thoughtfully designed sheets, it aims to prioritise the voice of the child and facilitate meaningful engagement between social workers and the children they work…


Feelings faces: How do you feel today?

Feelings faces: How do you feel today?

The “Feelings Faces: How Do You Feel Today?” poster is an engaging and versatile resource designed to support 1:1 direct work with children and young people. This poster showcases a wide range of over 60 faces depicting diverse emotions, providing a valuable visual tool for…


My Feelings Colouring Chart

My Feelings Colouring Chart

The “My Feelings Colouring Chart” is a valuable resource that empowers children to explore and express their emotions in different areas of their lives. With dedicated sections for friends, home, hobbies, school, family, and self-reflection, this interactive chart allows children to color in happy, neutral,…


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 is based around six key principles that support child-centred practice, and each principle includes a…


FREE DOWNLOAD OF MY FEELINGS WORKBOOK: NAMING & EXPLORING EMOTIONS

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 to identify and name their feelings. By reading and reflecting on each emotion presented in…


Children’s Participation Toolkit for Social Workers (activities & worksheets)

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 templates, this toolkit supports social workers and early help workers in including children in assessments,…


How it looks to me (Assessing wishes & feelings worksheets)

How it looks to me (Assessing wishes & feelings worksheets)

The Child Impact Tool  is an interactive and colourful booklet developed by CAFCASS which empowers social workers by facilitating direct communication with children, enabling them to express wishes and feelings in a safe environment. It supports record-keeping, validates children’s experiences, and offers a child-centered perspective…


Explore your emotions - coloring & activity book

Explore your emotions – coloring & activity book

This activity book is a tool for children to express their emotions and encourages them to share with a trusted adult. It covers a range of emotions, from happiness to worries, along with their favorite activities and companions. The book’s illustrations and text serve as…


FREE DOWNLOAD OF ALL ABOUT ME BOOKLET (21 PAGES)

All about me booklet (21 pages)

The ‘All About Me’ booklet is a 21-page resource full of colourful worksheets intended for direct work with children. It is designed to help social workers explore various aspects of a child’s life. The booklet is divided into three main sections: How I Grow and…


About Me Sentence Completion

About Me Sentence Completion

The About Me Sentence Completion worksheet is a valuable tool designed to help social workers gain insight into a child’s self-perception, positive traits, and accomplishments. By providing a series of questions, the worksheet encourages children to reflect on and complete sentences about themselves, fostering self-awareness…


Three houses tool free template pdf social work

The Three Houses templates

The Three Houses template is a valuable tool that social workers can use to engage children in meaningful conversations about their thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. This creative and interactive tool is designed to explore three important aspects of a child’s life, represented by three different…


Face Emotions Sheet

The Face Emotions Sheet is a tool used by social workers to help identify and understand the emotions experienced by children. It consists of various facial expressions representing different emotions. Social workers can use this sheet to engage with children, asking them about their recent…


All About Me Worksheets: Gaining wishes & feelings of children; 16 pages

All About Me Worksheets: Gaining wishes & feelings of children; 16 pages

The “All About Me Worksheets: Gaining wishes & feelings of children” is a valuable resource designed for social workers to engage in direct work and capture the voice of the child. This vibrant 16-page booklet provides an interactive platform for children to express themselves and…


The Graded Care Profile: Neglect Assessment Tool

The Graded Care Profile: Neglect Assessment Tool

The Graded Care Profile is an essential assessment tool used by social workers to identify and assess the risk of neglect in children. It provides a structured framework to evaluate the quality of care across various domains, including physical care, safety, love, and esteem. By…