The resilience boat activity created by Young Minds offers a creative way for children to explore sources of stress and support. Using the metaphor of a boat navigating through choppy waters, it allows children to visualize the ups and downs they face and how to…
This comprehensive resource provides social workers, teachers and other professionals with tools to help strengthen resilience and coping skills in the youth they serve. The resource focuses on seven essential skills that comprise resilience: emotional awareness, impulse control, optimism, flexible thinking, empathy, self-efficacy, and connectedness….
Navigating emotions is an essential part of growing up, and it’s crucial to begin this emotional education at a young age. The DBSA Mood Crew Programme is an educational initiative aimed at children between the ages of 4 to 10. Its objective is to help…
The Growth Mindset Workbook is a helpful tool for social workers who work with young people. It contains 40 activities designed to teach teens about having a growth mindset. The workbook helps teenagers understand their strengths, set goals, and improve their relationships with others. It…
This is a 15-page printable workbook to help children understand and manage their emotions, particularly anxiety and worry. It is designed to be completed by a child with guidance from a parent, teacher, counselor or social worker. The workbook features Billie the Goat as a…
This 9-page resource from Partnership for Children provides a diverse collection of printable activities to help children ages 5-11 explore emotions. It aims to build emotional literacy and resilience by improving children’s ability to identify, understand, and manage feelings. The range of activities are organized…
“These Things Called Emotions: A Young Person’s Guide to Understanding and Coping with Emotions” is a powerful and empowering resource for young individuals seeking to embrace their emotions with confidence and understanding. It nurtures emotional resilience, encourages healthy coping strategies, and fosters a sense of…
“All Emotions are OK” is a heartfelt booklet designed for children and their families to explore and embrace a wide range of emotions. The booklet is divided into three sections: Children, Tools, and Science. In the Children section, children and their caregivers will find engaging…
“A Terrible Thing Happened” is a powerful and compassionate children’s story that addresses the impact of trauma. Through the experiences of Sherman Smith, the book explores the emotional struggles faced by children who have witnessed terrible events. From anxiety and nightmares to anger and trouble,…
“The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness Skills to Help You Deal with Stress” is a practical guide designed to assist teenagers in managing stress effectively. This workbook offers a range of activities and strategies to navigate and reduce stress levels. The workbook begins by…
“Nobody is allowed to harm you: A book for children and young people to help them understand what abuse and neglect means” is a valuable resource that aims to educate and empower children and young individuals about abuse and neglect. This booklet provides a clear…
This comprehensive guide, titled “Emotionally Based School Avoidance: A Guide for Parents,” is designed to provide parents with valuable insights and strategies to support their children who are experiencing emotionally based school avoidance. By utilising the information and strategies in this guide, parents can play…
Fear is a natural part of life, and children are especially prone to experiencing fears. While adults may dismiss children’s fears as trivial, they are very real to the children themselves. The purpose of this publication is to offer insights into children’s fears and provide…
The Anger Workbook for Teens is a valuable resource designed to help teenagers manage their anger effectively. With a focus on practical activities, this workbook provides teens with tools to understand and engage with their anger in constructive ways. Covering topics such as anger triggers,…
Building Blocks for Resilience booklets are designed to provide parents and caregivers with information and activities to help build resilience in their children. The booklets provide information, tips, and activities, to help parents, foster carers, adopters and other caregivers nurture their child’s positive mental health…
“The Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Build Confidence & Achieve Your Goals” is a practical guidebook designed to help teenagers build their self-esteem and develop a positive self-image. The book includes a variety of activities that help teens recognise their worth and…
“My Anxiety Workbook: My toolkit for dealing with my worries, anxiety and stress” is a comprehensive booklet designed specifically for older children to equip them with the necessary skills to manage their anxiety effectively, empowering them to lead a happier and healthier life. It includes…
This practical toolkit developed by Clare CYPS has been designed for an in-school and out-of-school setting. It can be used by any practitioner who is working with a young person of secondary school age or their parents/carers. Click here to view/download Section 1 is particularly…
This book is a guide for parents, social workers, and other professionals to help children deal with their emotions, specifically focusing on anger and anxiety. The book provides various tools and resources to help them communicate and connect with children on a deeper emotional level….
The “Emotional Well-being Pack for Ages 13-18” is a helpful resource designed to provide support for young people who want to improve their emotional well-being. The pack is intended for any young person aged 13 or over who would like some help with their emotional…
The “Emotional Well-Being Pack for ages 3-12” is a helpful booklet designed to provide support for children aged three to twelve who want to improve their emotional well-being. The booklet is intended to be read together with a parent or carer, and it explains what…
“The My Coping Toolbox” booklet is a valuable resource designed for children aged 6-12 to learn and practice new ways to cope with difficult emotions such as worry, overwhelm, stress, and anxiety. It aims to empower children to feel calm and happier by equipping them…
“A Volcano in My Tummy: Helping Children to Handle Anger” is a valuable resource that offers a clear and effective approach to understanding and managing children’s anger. This book provides practical strategies and activities that help children and adults develop the necessary skills for anger…
“I Gotta Feeling: Top Tips For Feeling Good” is a helpful booklet designed for young people seeking ways to improve their well-being and uplift their mood. This resource offers valuable suggestions and tips that have proven effective for other young individuals facing similar challenges. It…
The Dealing with Trauma: A TF-CBT Workbook for Teens is a valuable resource designed to assist therapists in working with teenagers who have experienced one or more traumatic events. This workbook aligns with the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) model developed by Judith Cohen, Anthony…
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,…
“Mindfulness for Teen Worry” is a valuable book offering quick and easy mindfulness strategies to help teenagers overcome anxiety, worry, and stress. Written by a clinical psychologist, this book provides young people with practical mindfulness skills that can be used anytime, anywhere to regain control…
‘Cosmic Kids Yoga’ channel on YouTube The ‘Cosmic Kids Yoga’ channel on YouTube offers over 100 videos designed to engage kids in yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation activities. These interactive adventures are not only fun but also help children develop strength, balance, and confidence. By introducing…
“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 in promoting their mental health and emotional well-being. This toolkit consists of a collection of…
The “Big Feelings Come and Go Storybook” is a valuable resource developed by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection to help children navigate their emotions and develop essential self-regulation skills. This engaging storybook introduces kids to the concepts of freeze, flight, and fight, offering them…