This engaging and interactive resource helps children and young people understand and manage their anxiety by introducing them to Worry Monsters—imaginary creatures that represent different negative thought patterns. Through fun activities, thought-challenging exercises, and colouring pages, this resource teaches kids how to recognise anxious thoughts, reframe them positively, and build confidence in handling their worries.
What’s Inside?
- Meet the Worry Monsters – Characters like Mr. What If, Ms. Mind Reader, and Sir Big Deal represent common anxiety patterns, making it easier for children to identify their own worries.
- Challenging Negative Thoughts – Each monster comes with “Fighter Moves” that teach kids and teens how to reframe anxious thoughts and replace them with realistic, empowering ones.
- Interactive Exercises – Worksheets encourage children and teenagers to write or draw their worries, identify which Worry Monster is tricking them, and come up with ways to fight back.
- Colouring and Mindfulness Activities – Kids and young people can color in the monsters while repeating positive affirmations, helping them build resilience and shift their mindset.
Who Can Use This Resource?
Ideal for parents, carers, teachers, therapists, and other professionals, this resource is perfect for use in classrooms, therapy sessions, or at home. By turning anxious thoughts into a fun, relatable activity, it helps children and teens gain control over their worries in a supportive and engaging way.
With easy-to-follow exercises and creative activities, Meet Worry Monsters is a powerful tool for helping kids develop emotional resilience, manage stress, and build self-confidence.
