The main activity page shows a slice of chocolate cake with three writing prompts asking the child to describe what they would see from the top, the side and the bottom. It is a straightforward perspective taking exercise that turns an emotional and social skill into something visual, practical and easy to discuss.
The workbook begins by explaining different points of view through the image of a layered cake, including the cake base, frosting, decorations and the effort that goes into making it. It then links this idea to real-life situations where two people may disagree, helping children notice that someone else’s thoughts and feelings can be different from their own without either person necessarily being wrong.
Children are encouraged to slow down and look at the same object from more than one angle, which can support work around empathy, social understanding, conflict resolution and communication. The cake example is especially suitable for primary-aged children and younger teens who benefit from concrete examples before moving into more personal or emotionally charged topics.
Practitioners could use the printable worksheet in one-to-one sessions, social work direct work, counselling, nurture groups, PSHE lessons or family support sessions. Parents and carers may also find it useful as a gentle home activity when helping a child talk about arguments with siblings, friendship difficulties, classroom disagreements or misunderstandings.
The format leaves space for children to write their own observations, making it useful as both a discussion starter and a record of learning. The workbook is credited to Edita Stiborova.
