This 22-page workbook is designed to assist children in managing their anxiety and worries. It features a variety of worksheets and engaging activities aimed at helping children to recognise, understand, and cope with their feelings of anxiety.
The workbook begins with an ‘All About Me’ section, where children can share details about themselves and their interests. It then introduces the concept of worry, discussing its normalcy and explaining the ‘fight, flight or freeze’ response.
In the ‘How I Feel Worry’ section, children can identify physical symptoms of anxiety by highlighting or colouring in from a comprehensive list. The Calm Down Kit section suggests items that children can gather to help them relax and self-soothe when they experience anxiety.
There are also pages offering various relaxation strategies for children to explore, including deep breathing, meditation, exercise, drawing, and humour. The Strength Cards activity encourages children to identify and celebrate their positive qualities.
Instructions for creating a Breathing Star tool are included, providing a hands-on way for children to practise breathing exercises. The workbook concludes with recommended books and online resources for additional support.
This workbook serves as a valuable tool for educators, counsellors, and parents who wish to support children facing anxiety challenges. Its interactive format makes it engaging and accessible, ensuring children feel empowered in their journey to manage their worries.
- All About Me
- What Is Worry?
- How I Feel Worry
- The Calm Down Kit
- Relaxation Cards
- Strength Cards
- Breathing Star
