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Helping Children Overcome Fears: Short Guide
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Helping Children Overcome Fears: Short Guide

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…

Supporting a child with anxiety: A short guide for parents and carers
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Supporting a child with anxiety: A short guide for parents and carers

The guide offers valuable insights and practical strategies for parents and caregivers supporting a child with anxiety. It explores the nature of anxiety, its impact on the body, and provides…

Developmental Trauma Close Up Information Booklet
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Developmental Trauma Close Up Information Booklet

The booklet is a valuable resource for parents, caregivers, professionals, and adults supporting children who have experienced childhood trauma or loss. It provides insights and guidance to help understand and…

Sensory processing and self-regulation - How to help your child: Parents' booklet
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Sensory processing and self-regulation – How to help your child: Parents’ booklet

“Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation: How to Help Your Child” is a helpful parents’ booklet that offers practical guidance for understanding and supporting children with sensory processing difficulties. The booklet covers…

The Safety House: A child protection tool for involving Children in Safety Planning
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The Safety House: A child protection tool for involving Children in Safety Planning

“The Safety House: Involving Children in Safety Planning” is a practical tool designed to engage children in the process of safety planning within child protection systems. Developed by Sonja Parker,…

Coping with Death Booklet: For CHILDREN aged 6 to 12
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Coping with Death Booklet: For CHILDREN aged 6 to 12

The “Coping with Death Booklet: For Children Aged 6 to 12” is designed to help children understand the concept of death and navigate the complex emotions that arise when someone…

Coping with Death Booklet: For PARENTS of children between 6 and 12
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Coping with Death Booklet: For PARENTS of children between 6 and 12

The “Coping with Death Booklet: For Parents of Children between 6 and 12” provides guidance and support for parents or carers who are navigating the difficult task of discussing death…

Coping with A Parent’s Problem Drug or Alcohol Use Booklet: For children aged 6 to 12
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Coping with A Parent’s Problem Drug or Alcohol Use Booklet: For children aged 6 to 12

“Coping with A Parent’s Problem Drug or Alcohol Use: For children aged 6 to 12” is a booklet which can be used by social workers and other practitioners to support…

Helping your Child Transition from Foster Care to Adoption Factsheet Helping your Child Transition from Foster Care to Adoption Factsheet
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Helping your Child Transition from Foster Care to Adoption Factsheet

The “Helping Your Child Transition From Foster Care to Adoption” booklet is a valuable resource for foster carers and adopters who are supporting a child during the adoption process. Whether…

Words Are Not for Hurting Book
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Words Are Not for Hurting Book

“Words Are Not for Hurting” is a book aimed at children aged 4-7. It emphasises the importance of kind words and teaches children to think before they speak. The book…

The Child Assessment Framework: Key Areas & Checklists for Social Work Assessments
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The Child Assessment Framework: Key Areas & Checklists for Social Work Assessments

The Child Assessment Framework: Key Areas & Checklists for Social Work Assessments is an invaluable resource that assists social workers in systematically gathering essential information to promote the well-being and…

County Lines: Information for Parents Booklet
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County Lines: Information for Parents Booklet

This booklet is specifically designed for parents, aiming to equip them with valuable knowledge about county lines and criminal exploitation, as well as the warning signs that their child may…

Criminal Exploitation: Stages of Recruitment Leaflet
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Criminal Exploitation: Stages of Recruitment Leaflet

This informative leaflet is designed to empower young people with knowledge about the four main recruitment stages (targeting stage, hooked stage, experience stage & trapped stage) used by individuals seeking…

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Child Criminal Exploitation & Crime Prevention Educational Videos

Trapped – County Lines What does it feel like to be Trapped? Children and young people are being criminally exploited by organised crime. This video shows the experience of one…

The Anger Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anger and Frustrations
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The Anger Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anger and Frustrations

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…

Neglect Toolkit for Practitioners: Assessment tools, checklist, questionnaires, worksheets
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Neglect Toolkit for Practitioners: Assessment tools, checklist, questionnaires, worksheets

The Neglect Toolkit for Practitioners is an exceptional resource developed by East Sussex County Council. This toolkit provides a wide range of assessment tools, checklists, questionnaires, and worksheets to support…

Building Blocks for Resilience: 0-8 Years Guides
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Building Blocks for Resilience: 0-8 Years Guides

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,…

Be safe with dogs: A guide for families
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Be safe with dogs: A guide for families

Be Safe with Dogs: A Guide for Families” is a helpful booklet that aims to empower families with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience…

Child Drugs Exploitation: Young People's Programme Guide
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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…

Harmful sexual behaviour: A parent's guide
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Harmful sexual behaviour: A parent’s guide

The “Harmful Sexual Behaviour: A Parent’s Guide” is a booklet designed to support parents in understanding and responding to their child’s harmful sexual behavior. This essential resource provides valuable information,…

A Self-Harm self-help workbook for young people in secondary school
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A Self-Harm self-help workbook for young people in secondary school

This self-help workbook provides information and advice about self-harm. Most importantly, it gives young people techniques and tools to keep themselves safe and helps reduce self-harming behavior, as well as…

Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Abuse or Neglect: Booklet
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Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Abuse or Neglect: Booklet

Children who have been abused or neglected need safe and nurturing relationships that address the effects of child maltreatment. If you are parenting a child who has been abused or…

Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack
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Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack

The Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack is a comprehensive resource designed to provide valuable insights and practical advice for teenagers and parents navigating sensory processing difficulties. It covers topics such…

A Day in the Life of a Child with Sensory Integration Difficulties Leaflet
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A Day in the Life of a Child with Sensory Integration Difficulties Leaflet

The following stories illustrate how people living with sensory differences may find those differences impact their day. Some sensory differences can have positive impacts, such as a keen eye for…

Teenagers in Foster Care: A handbook for foster carers and those that support them
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Teenagers in Foster Care: A handbook for foster carers and those that support them

“Teenagers in Foster Care: A handbook for foster carers and those that support them” is a comprehensive and practical handbook tailored specifically for foster carers and their support network. This…

Teen Behaviour: The Pearls of Love and Logic - Practical Guidance for Every Situation
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Teen Behaviour: The Pearls of Love and Logic – Practical Guidance for Every Situation

Discover practical solutions and valuable insights to address a wide range of teenage behavior issues with “Teen Behavior Solutions: Practical Guidance for Every Situation.” This comprehensive resource provides concise, focused…

The self-esteem workbook for teens: activities to help you build confidence & achieve your goals
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The self-esteem workbook for teens: activities to help you build confidence & achieve your goals

“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…

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Videos on Anger Management for Children

Daniel Tiger – When I Get Angry | Videos for Kids Anger Management for Kids! Anger Management Story-Children Literature Story Telling Read Along Why Do We Lose Control of Our…

Family Mobile Phone Agreement
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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…

Strengthening Family Bonds: Relationship Building Activities for Parents/Carers and Children theraplay
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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 based on theraplay that help families grow…