‘What works for me?’ Sorting Similarities and Differences
‘What works for me?’ Sorting Similarities and Differences An activity to encourage children to think about what works well for them and what works well for others. What works for other people doesn’t always work for us. Likewise, what works for us may not work for other people. Cut out and sort out the cards […]
Spring-themed Brain Break (Movement Break) Cards
Spring-themed Brain Break (Movement Break) Cards This is collection of Movement Breaks for when children need to give their brain a break. This Easter-themed resource is for supporting children with managing their BIG feelings through movement breaks, such as ‘hop like a bunny’ to get those wiggles out! Sometimes our brains just need a break. […]
My Basket of Brain Breaks: Spring Easter Themed Activity
My Basket of Brain Breaks: Spring Easter Themed Activity This is a basket full of Coping Skills ready for when children need to give their brain a break. This a DIY Easter-themed resource for supporting children with managing their BIG feelings. Sometimes our brains just need a break. Brain breaks can help us to focus […]
Worry Time: A Step-By-Step Guide
Worry Time: A Step-By-Step Guide A Step-by-Step guide to introducing Worry Time to children and teens. Worry Time is a common strategy used in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help children to let go of worries that we cannot do anything about. It is about giving children the time and space to actively worry about their […]
Spring Yoga Pose A4 Display Posters
Spring Yoga Pose A4 Display Posters These yoga pose cards accompany the Spring Yoga Story resource, which is a story-based yoga routine for children within the theme of Spring. Yoga helps to improve children’s core strength, balance, flexibility, and agility whilst also promoting the use of deep breathing techniques and feeling a sense of calm. […]
Yoga through Storytelling Spring Edition – Mindfulness Storytime
Yoga through Storytelling Spring Edition – Mindfulness Storytime This Spring Yoga Story resource is a story-based yoga routine for children within the theme of Spring. It comes with accompanying yoga pose cards. Yoga helps to improve children’s core strength, balance, flexibility, and agility whilst also promoting the use of deep breathing techniques and feeling a […]
‘All About Sleep’: Guide for Grown-Ups to Support with Sleep Hygiene
‘All About Sleep’: Guide for Grown-Ups to Support with Sleep Hygiene This A4 poster/handout has been designed for grown-ups, such as Teachers, Professionals, and Parents. It is a guide to support understanding how important sleep is for our mind and body. Whilst the information is targetted at supporting adults with their sleep, the idea is […]
‘A Walk Through My Favourite Spot’: Meditation Strategy for Supporting Sleep
‘A Walk Through My Favourite Spot’: Meditation Strategy for Supporting Sleep A useful strategy for supporting children to relax and fall asleep. This is a step-by-step meditation guide to help children imagine being in their favourite place and going for a walk to promote relaxation, being present, and calmness. Suitable for EYFS, KS1, and Ks2. […]
4-7-8 Breathing Technique: Sleep Support
4-7-8 Breathing Technique: Sleep Support 4-7-8 breathing technique is a helpful strategy for promoting calmness before bedtime. Deep breathing helps to slow our heart rate down and helps our bodies to relax. If we feel relaxed, then we are more likely to be able to fall asleep quicker and with ease. Suitable for EYFS, KS1, […]
‘My Bedtime Books’: Reading-Based Sleep Activity
‘My Bedtime Books’: Reading-Based Sleep Activity This resource helps to promote positive sleep routines including the importance of completing a calming activity, such as reading before bed. Reading has many benefits for our mental health and wellbeing – let’s encourage children to reflect on the benefits of this by creating their very own bookshelf of […]