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Family Mobile Phone Agreement
This document is designed to help parents and carers establish guidelines for their children on how to use their mobile phones responsibly and safely. As a child takes on the exciting new responsibility of owning a mobile phone, it is crucial that they understand the…
Strengthening Family Bonds: Relationship Building Activities for Parents/Carers and Children
‘Strengthening Family Bonds: Relationship Building Activities for Parents/Carers and Children’ is a straightforward and easy-to-follow guide filled with enjoyable techniques, games and ideas that help families grow closer and connect with each other. This booklet is great for families with children of all ages and…
School Avoidance Toolkit: Information for Schools and Parents
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…
Family Meeting Parents’ Guide & Templates
This is a comprehensive guide for parents and carers, explaining the benefits of family meetings and outlining many ideas on how to make family meeting most effective and enjoyable for all family members. Contents IntroductionHow to Use This Family Meeting AlbumWhy have Family Meetings?Steps for…
Parents’ Guide: Youth Violence, Knife crime & Gangs
This toolkit for parents and carers is designed to help provide a glossary of facts, practical advice to look for signs of their child’s involvement in violence, knife crime or gangs, as well as tips on how to speak to their child and how they…
“My child is…” parent questionnaire
A one-page sheet for parents to fill in to reflect on their experience as a parent. Click here to view/download
Young Parents Postnatal Programme Workbook
The postnatal programme will give mothers the support they need in the first few weeks of their baby’s life. The programme is aimed at increasing their skills to look after their baby and themselves. Sessions covered: Week 1: Primary Birth Visit Week 2: Attachment &…
How to talk to your child about knives (a parents’ guide)
This leaflet holds practical advice for parents/carers on what they can do to reduce the likelihood of a child carrying a knife. The guide aims to give some pointers on what to look for, how to raise the subject and who to contact if parents…
Alternatives to smacking, physical/corporal punishment (booklets)
Alternatives to Smacking Children booklet by NAPCAN A small booklet providing advice regarding: Why smacking is a bad idea Helping kids to behave without having to hit Things to try if you are at the end of your tether! Behavior is a family business Self-care…
Caring for Kids after Trauma, Disaster and Death: A guide for parents & professionals
The guide provides educational and practical guidance to help schools, parents and others who care for children understand and respond to children’s reactions to traumatic events. The guide is organised in sections to enable users to easily access the information most relevant to their needs….
Developmental Milestones Checklists & App
Parents/carers (with or without support from workers) can use this CDC’s checklist to track their child’s milestones from age 2 months to 5 years; get tips from CDC for encouraging their child’s development; and find out what to do if they are ever concerned about…
Mindfulness, relaxation & yoga videos for kids
‘Cosmic Kids Yoga’ channel on YouTube Over 100 of videos on yoga, mindfulness and relaxation for kids. Interactive adventures which build strength, balance and confidence – and get kids into yoga and mindfulness early. Click here to view
Adolescent family violence intervention program: Step-UP
Step-Up is a nationally recognized adolescent family violence intervention program designed to address youth violence toward family members. Violent behavior includes threats, intimidation, property destruction, degrading language and physical violence. The goal of Step-Up is for youth to stop violence and abuse toward their family…
Trauma & young people: A guide for parents, carers and professionals
This guide has been developed to help parents, carers and professionals supporting children and young people affected by traumatic events or experiences. This guide aims to provide: A brief overview of some of the signs and symptoms children and young people experiencing trauma may face….
Parenting Children/Young People with Developmental Trauma (booklet)
A booklet for parents and carers of children who have experienced developmental trauma. It explores the following topics: What is trauma? Information promoting understanding of the developmental milestones of children and young people Strategies that may be helpful whilst parenting a child/young person with a…
Gangs: Advice to parents and carers (booklet)
A booklet advising on the following topics: Why do young people join gangs? Signs to look out for It’s not just the boys What can you do? If your child is already involved What the law says Useful contacts Click here to view/download
Non Violent Resistance Programme Handbook
This handbook is designed for practitioners who are dealing with child to parent violence, an issue that is becoming increasingly prevalent in some families. Although not yet recognised in policy and practice guidance, child to parent violence can have serious consequences for the family. This…
Theraplay activities
A list of several theraplay activities for improving parent-child attachment. Click here to view/download
My feelings & Emotions Tracker
The booklet helps parents/carers to keep track of how their children are feeling each day, what triggers these feelings and their responses to tough situations. Click here to view/download
Monitoring Your Teen’s Activities: What Parents and Families Should Know
The leaflet outlines steps which parents/carers should take to monitor their teens and help protect them from risky behaviors. Click here to view/download
Home Truths – app teaching about living on your own
About to move out for the first time? Whether you’re moving into student accommodation or your own place, living away from home can be an eye opening and daunting experience. Home Truths is here to teach you EVERYTHING you need to know about living on…
Big Feelings Come and Go Storybook
This storybook, developed by Canadian Centre for Child Protection, teaches kids about freeze, flight and fight and helps them learn some basic self-regulation skills. Understanding freeze, flight and fight can allow for new conversations about how your child feels and what to do to help…
It’s not okay to shake babies: info sheet for parents
The information sheet highlights the damage that shaking a baby can cause, and provides tips on responding to a crying baby. Contents: It’s not OK to shake babies Why is it so dangerous to shake a baby? Why does my baby cry so much? How…
Before School Checklist for Children (morning routine)
Children can use this checklist to keep track of all the things they need to do before they head to school. Click here to download
Meet Mr Ant: Anger Management Programme for Children
The Program is organised as a Teaching and Learning Kit, comprised of: Picture Video Book: Meet Mr Angry Ant! Teacher Program & Guide: with full teaching/learning program notes, background information, suggested activity sequence, Activity Cards and handouts, and other Print Masters The “Meet Mr Angry…
Daily Hygiene Checklist for Children
Children can use this checklist to keep track of all the things they need to do to ensure good hygiene. Click here to download
Developmental trauma – easy read explanation guides for carers, older children & schools
Easy to read booklets to help older children, professionals and carers/parents understand some of the behaviours/emotions displayed by children who have suffered developmental trauma. The booklets explain that these behaviours do not indicate that the child is misbehaving/being difficult but that they are going through…
Feeling Happy, Feeling Safe – videos for pre-school children
Feeling Happy, Feeling Safe is a series for pre-school children to watch with parents, carers or professionals. Each short film is designed to open conversations about emotions and safety, and supplies discussion questions. Feeling Happy “Feeling Happy” introduces the idea of talking about feelings. It shows…
Videos for kids on conflict, self-esteem, social skills etc
Entertaining and educational videos, games and songs to help young children become better listeners, learn important life lessons and feel good about themselves. Children who learn these skills will grow up better informed to resolve conflicts and empowered to change the world. Click here to…