Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Positive / good mental health

Book SynopsisNow breatheand relax. This write-in activity book is all about taking a little time to breathe, focus and be calm, with the help of some friendly sloths. Try a spot of yoga, colour in soothing squiggles or go on a sense safari take a quiet moment, just for you.

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Book SynopsisMindfulness and Me is a introduction to mindfulness, helping young children to tune into their minds and bodies, find ways to learn more about themselves and what makes them special.Mindful Spaces guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies, their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down and become more focused. The books encourage self-esteem and self-confidence. Titles in the series:Mindfulness and Me Mindfulness and My Body Mindfulness and My Emotions Mindfulness and NatureTable of Contents 1: What is Mindfulness? 1: Why is Mindfulness Helpful? 1: How Can I Be Mindful? 1: Mindful Moments 1: Practise a Little Every Day 1: Mindful Muscles 1: Tuning into the World 1: Tuning into Your Body 1: Tuning into Your Mind 1: Finding Gratitude 1: Finding Confidence 1: Finding Calm 1: My Mindful Journey 1: Mindfulness Tips 1: Index

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Book SynopsisYour dreams are just within your reach - master the magic of manifestation in 10 steps and bring those dreams to life.Manifesting is a philosophy and a practice to help you visualise and achieve your dream goals, discover self-love and live a life full of good vibes and gratitude. An internet sensation across TikTok and beyond, the world is discovering the power of manifesting techniques. But what is manifesting and how does it work? This book takes you through 10 practical steps for how to manifest, covering what manifesting is to begin with, how you can use it, and different ways of manifesting. It is a beginner's guide, making it perfect for anyone curious about manifesting but unsure where to start.The author, Natalie Hutchinson aka Manifesting Minnie, is a guiding light for readers who want to manifest their dreams. With her friendly and approachable tone and the book's beautiful illustrations throughout, Natalie's tips and instructions are easy to follow. From explaining the Law of Attraction and how you can manifest your desires by planting the seeds of your goals, to harnessing the power of crystals and the moon, Natalie leaves no manifesting stone unturned.This step-by step guide will help you recognise your self-worth, get clear on what you want, ask the universe, work toward your goals, change your mindset, feel the joy, be grateful and set a healthy manifesting routine.*Includes practical techniques such as guides to manifesting with crystals, journaling, visualisation and mastering the 5 x 55 technique.*If you have the power to see something and believe it, you have the power to make it happen.

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Book SynopsisThis fun lift-the-flap book helps reassure common preschool worries and encourages children to talk about their feelings.Find Out About: Worries helps curious preschoolers through common anxieties - like separation anxiety and fear of the dark - an encourages mindful thinking and empathetic behaviour. Featuring friendly child characters and familiar situations, they will find answers and reassurance when they are feeling worried. With fun flaps to lift and a memory game at the end, this is an excellent book for children and parents to share together.Also available: Find Out About: Feelings, Find Out About: Kindness, Find Out About: Families, Find Out About: Saving Our Planet, Find Out About: Standing Up to Racism

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Book Synopsis10 powerful skills to help you manage stress, bounce back from difficult situations, and rewire your brain for happiness and success! Being a teen today is stressful. That’s why you need real tools to help you cope with all of life’s challenges—from small stressors like homework, social media, and dating to serious trauma resulting from bullying, school shootings, violence, and now—pandemics. The key to dealing with all of these difficult events is resilience—the ability to recover from setbacks or trauma, and forge ahead with emotional strength. The best thing about resilience is that it can be learned. This book will help you learn how to be resilient, so you can weather life’s storms and reach your goals. In The Resilient Teen, psychologist, teen expert, and trauma specialist Sheela Raja offers ten skills grounded in key principles from psychology and neuroscience to help you manage difficult emotions, recover from difficult situations, and cultivate a sense of joy—even in the face of setbacks and modern-day stressors. You’ll learn essential strategies for self-care, how to establish a healthy lifestyle, and how to set limits on technology. You’ll also discover how mindfulness can help you deal with stress and challenging emotions in the moment, tips for building better relationships with family and friends, and tools for dealing with disappointment. Most importantly, this book will show you how to increase your own sense of joy, purpose, and meaning—even when things seem less than awesome.

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Book SynopsisThis series covers all the key areas of looking after our bodies and minds and offers practical advice on making the right choices in everyday situations. This title looks at a variety of elements which together make a person happy as well as healthy. It offers practical advice on topics such as maintaining good relationships and keeping on top of school work. This book will support children facing modern-day pressures.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to your Cool Connections Workbook! Packed full of fun activities, it will give you tips and techniques to help you feel good about yourself and remain calm and cool in all situations.This illustrated CBT workbook builds self-esteem, emotional resilience and social skills in children and young people aged 9-14, helping to prevent the development of anxiety and depression. The exercises help the reader to develop greater awareness of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, body signals and actions, before putting strategies in place to help them cope with feelings of anxiety and depression and increase their resilience and self-confidence.Trade ReviewWe all live in a busy, stressful world & this helpful workbook, supports kids to cope with their strong bottled-up feelings of fear, anger, or sadness. By helping children learn to become more aware of their thoughts, feelings and body sensations they can learn to recognise them and can explore new & better ways to cope when they feel overwhelmed, worried, fed up or stressed instead of just 'flipping their lids'. This book gives kids the tools they need to feel more in control of their lives, empowered to look after their own mental health and wellbeing because they will begin to see a link between what they think and the way they feel. Practical, fun and really insightful. -- Sue Atkins, parenting coach and author of The Can-Do Kid’s Journal with 25 years’ teaching experience

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Book SynopsisThis workbook draws on CBT and creative therapy methods to help children aged 8+ understand their worry and anxiety. Featuring 50 fun and engaging doodling activities, this book allows young people to tune into their worries and their sources, using creativity to process anxiety, and building confidence to find their own solutions. This exploration can be independently led by the child themselves or with guidance from a parent or professional. Drawn from over 15 years of experience of supporting young people with anxiety, this workbook takes an integrative approach and is a valuable resource for anyone looking to support a child experiencing worry.Trade ReviewSimply brilliant, I was reaching for a pen to get doodling within moments of starting to flick through. A fun, accessible way of breaking big worries down into something we can manage. -- Dr Pooky Knightsmith, Director, Creative Education

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the bestsellers Don't Worry, Be Happy: A Child's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You're a Star: A Child's Guide to Self-EsteemThis accessible and interactive guide for 11-15-year-olds will help young people to find their voice and feel more confident Do you wish you had more confidence?Your teens are full of new challenges - peer pressure, exams, wondering what the future may hold, and everything else in between. Life can be tough enough, but if you struggle with low self-confidence it can seem much harder.It's important to remember that it's normal to feel unsure of yourself sometimes, but when it starts to affect your health and happiness it's time to find some strategies for improving the way you feel.Stronger Than You Know contains insightful and actionable tips and activities to help you feel calm under pressure so your confidence can soar. You will learn:- Mindfulness techniques to use for instant calm during exams- How to quieten the unkind thoughts in your head- Ways to boost body confidence- How to create your own confidence action plan- Where to get help when you need it

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the bestsellers Don’t Worry, Be Happy: A Child’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You’re a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem This accessible and interactive guide for 11–15-year-olds will help young people on their journey to self-acceptance, inspiring them to embrace their uniqueness and realize their true potential Do you struggle with low self-worth or feel you have to hide your true self? Your teens are full of new challenges – peer pressure, exams, wondering what the future holds and everything in between. And what if you feel like you don’t fit in or you’re not enough somehow? Persistent feelings like these can have a negative effect on your mental health and well-being, so it’s important to develop strategies for boosting your sense of self-worth. Just Be You contains top tips and activities to help you find the courage to stand tall and be proud of who you are, because there is no "right" way to be – it’s all about what’s right for you. You will learn: To love the skin you’re in How to accept your differences and those of others Ways to develop the confidence to say what you think and feel Mindfulness and grounding techniques to instil calm The importance of self-care and self-kindness Where to get help when you need it

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Book SynopsisFinn LOVES adventures and having fun!But when he starts to have 'cheeky worries', a Wise Owl knows just what to do...Cheeky worries are those sneaky thoughts that pop up when you're least expecting it. You might be getting ready for bed, playing with friends at the park or having fun on the bus when suddenly a scary thought pops into your head. Through the character of Finn and a wise owl, this book equips children and adults with a common language to discuss their emotional worlds and worries. It gently introduces psychological principles and evidence-based techniques that help children ages 4-8 develop resilience and deal with anxiety.

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Book SynopsisThis therapeutic journal provides you with the tools and coping strategies you need to better look after yourself. Covering topics such as attachment, thinking styles, self-esteem and new relationships, it looks at how early relationships and trauma may have impacted you, and supports you in planning for your future. Authored by experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist Laura Stokes, this journal will be a source of support and guidance as you navigate life's ups and downs.Trade ReviewThis journal is such a helpful resource for young people to help them navigate the recovery journey from trauma. It is full of helpful psychoeducation, activities and methods that can be useful for them to try out and use to help them make sense of what's happened and how that has impacted their daily lives. I love it and will be recommending it to our therapy teams to suggest for those they help. -- Betsy de Thierry, Founder of Trauma Recovery Centre UK and Consultant PsychotherapistA lovely book, packed with information and great advice to help young people navigate their way through strong emotions and to make sense of their past, present and future. Laura Stokes leads readers through what could be an overwhelming task, with bite-sized, interesting and interactive activities to build self-knowledge and coping strategies. I highly recommend this book to all young people and their loved ones and supporters who are interested in learning more about human survival and strength. It is a real gem. -- Award-winning author and columnist Sally Donovan

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, in a kingdom far away, there lived an elf. The elf was a shoemaker, and her shoes were admired around the kingdom. The elf was confident at her job, until one day the Princess ordered a pair of shoes for the Royal Ball. Putting pressure on herself and comparing her work to her friends' on 'Elfstagram', the elf is worried that her shoes will not be perfect.The Elf, The Princess and the Impossible Shoe explores childhood perfectionism and the anxiety that it can cause, and offers children aged 5+ effective tools to deal with their feelings. It also contains a guide for parents and professionals, giving expert advice on how to use the book to aid discussion on this topic.Trade ReviewThis lovely story shares the experience of perfectionism in a normalising and engaging way, with fun and vibrant illustrations and lots of helpful and practical ideas both within the story and the adult guide that follows. -- Dr Suzanne Barrett, Creative Child Therapy Workshops and co-author of Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Big Feelings and Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Anxiety.Beautifully written and illustrated, this delightful book is a contemporary tale about trying our best, not comparing ourselves to others and embracing our 'imperfect' attempts. -- Dr Fiona Zandt, Creative Child Therapy Workshops and author of the Creative Ways to Help Children books series for therapists.

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Book SynopsisThese calm ideas cards from Petit Collage are specifically designed to inspire ways to calm little ones through play and creativity. Learn how to make a bird feeder, find a face in the clouds, create a feelings tree, and much more. Suitable for ages 4+, this activity set is great for any parent or guardian looking for new ways to calm kids through play. Ideal for a pre-holiday or travel gift. Start expanding young minds with 50 ideas to make them feel relaxed and calm, think about their feelings, and develop mindfulness through play. Made using FSC paper and packaged in a keepsake tin. Suitable for 4 years+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure.

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Book SynopsisHelp your kids get off their screens and get moving!For kids aged 4-11 to help them learn why being active is good for you and instil healthy habits that will last a lifetime On your marks, get set... it's time to get busy!We all know that being active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and it can be brilliant fun too! Busy Bodies contains 52 illustrated cards each with a simple challenge or sporty activity to get kids moving and thinking about their physical and mental health. Each card also contains an interesting fact to help kids learn why different activities can be good for you. The set includes a 16-page booklet with useful tips for parents and carers with information on how much exercise is expected of the age range, a chart showing the different types of exercise grouped into the main categories - strength-building, heart health, coordination and agility, flexibility - and recipes for some healthy post-activity snacks.

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Todd Parr uses his signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity to explore the value and joy in being kind to others. With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.Kindness is listening.  Kindness is saying sorry.  Kindness is helping things grow.    With his trademark bright colors and bold lines, Todd Parr takes on a topic more important than ever: being kind to each other. No matter what, you can always choose to be kind—and what a wonderful thing to be! The Kindness Book is the perfect introduction to a timely and timeless concept, and a great way to instill empathy from a young age. 

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Book SynopsisIf you've experienced or witnessed racism or discrimination, you may feel stressed, angry, sad, or anxious. You may have trouble focusing on school or enjoying time with friends. And you may even have moments when your heart races and you fear something bad will happen. You should know that you are not alone, and what happened to you isn't your fault. Most importantly, there are tools you can use to work through these difficult emotions, regain your confidence, and move forward from your experience. This workbook can help guide you, step by step. Written by a team of experts in Black mental health and wellness and grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), this workbook offers evidence-based strategies to help you manage emotions in the face of race-based stress due to microaggressions, implicit bias, overt racism, and vicarious racism. You'll also learn to find strength in your racial and cultural identity, and gain the skills needed to resist racism and thrive. You'll gain tools to help you: - Name and define your experience - Explore how racial stress can impact your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour - Create a "game plan" for responding to racism - Apply what you've learned out in the world With this workbook, you'll see that you are not alone in your experience, and will find stress-relieving strategies you can draw on throughout your lifetime to stay well in body and mind. Finally, you'll learn tips for navigating discussions about race and experiences of discrimination, so you can be empowered to stand up for what's right and contribute to an antiracist society. In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisWe all feel sad sometimes, especially when things aren't going so great. It can also be because our minds are dwelling on sad thoughts and we have too many of them, which can feel very uncomfortable and stop us from being happy and having fun. The Happy Workbook is here to help by showing how to express feelings clearly and openly, and offers creative ways to focus on the good things in life and find some happiness in every day. This activity book will help you: Identify what makes you happy and sad with an emoji chart. Let go of sad thoughts by making a paper boat and watching it float away. Create your happy sanctuary in your bedroom. Immerse yourself in your very own happy memories book. Take pride in your achievements with medals to make and wear.

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Book SynopsisHow do you relax and keep a healthy mind? Meditation is a really good way of caring for yourself, and there are lots of different ways to try it. Learn all about them in this book and get ready to try them out too!

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Book SynopsisWhat does happy mean to you? Even though happiness is important to our minds and our bodies, we don't hear people talking about it much. The doodling activities in this book can help you to understand your feelings and find ways to grow a spark of happiness even when things feel tough. This is your book, and you can use it in any way that you like.Featuring 50 fun doodling activities, this creative workbook helps children aged 8+ to work through low mood and sadness and use doodling as a way of inviting more joy, confidence and resilience into their lives. This exploration can be independently led by the child themselves or with guidance from a parent or professional.Based on the author's 15 years of integrative counselling experience, the exercises are inspired by a range of therapeutic approaches including behavioural activation, mindfulness, CBT and positive psychology.Trade ReviewThis is an awesome book! Tanja has created a gem here. It's a joyful, inspirational and stimulating collection of ideas, presented in an easy to understand, practical way. -- Jennifer Guest, author of The CBT Art Activity books and CBT Art Workbooks and professional doodler.A positive, engaging and uplifting book that pops off the page. This book will help young people to see their own special uniqueness through their journey doodling with Mello. A lovely, gentle and fun filled book for children. -- Dr Laura Stokes, author of The Teen Trauma Journal

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Book SynopsisThis cute and charming gift book makes an ideal first reader for children aged 4 and above. A celebration of all the things girls love to do, young readers will love the beautiful illustrations of girls doing everything from reading to swimming to cuddling grandma, from bestselling writer and illustrator Mechal Renee Roe.

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Book SynopsisGain the confidence you need to succeed-in school, with friends, and in life! Are you afraid to try new things for fear of failure? Do you second-guess yourself or doubt your abilities? Do you hesitate to speak up in class because you may be wrong, or people might laugh at you? If so, you may have a problem with self-confidence-and you are far from alone. Many teens struggle with low confidence and self-esteem. This workbook can help. Written by teen mental health experts, The Self-Confidence Workbook for Teens offers powerful mindfulness skills and activities to help you gain confidence in your abilities, be more assertive, and start believing in your own awesomeness! You'll learn how to ease feelings of self-doubt, and quiet that pesky inner critic who says you aren't good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough. Most importantly, you'll find tools to help you cultivate an inner "ally" who always has your back in difficult, stressful, or intimidating situations. If you're ready to start living with confidence, this workbook will help you believe in you-so you can reach your highest goals!

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Book SynopsisIn this official, one-of-a-kind activity book, fans of the bestsellingOdd 1s Out series can step into the world of James Rallisonto draw, create and put themselves into the scene. Draw the futurein James's crystal ball, come up with some entirely original phrasesthat no one has ever said out loud before and so much more!

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Book SynopsisIntroduce children to the world of astrology with these bouncy rhyming poems, highlighting the positive aspects of each sign! Young readers will explore and discover their own unique personalities, interests, and talents, and dive into the zodiac traits of those closest to them. No matter your sign, Baby's First Zodiac inspires conversation and creates awareness of all the wonderful ways there are to be you. Because perhaps part of who you areIs written in the starsSee what your birth sign has to say about you...Does any of it ring true?

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Book SynopsisAn unmissable guide for teenage girls and women everywhere who are ready to take over the world.This book is a call to arms. Because though you may be going through the hardest and most confusing years of your life, it's time to channel your extraordinary power, spirit and ability to rise up and change the world.Rosie Day has written and curated a collection of letters from incredible and inspiring women to guide you through each stage of combat towards a Teenage Armageddon. You will become a WARRIOR as you realise your worth, you will BATTLE your brain and learn to tackle stress and hormones, and you will be given the tools you need to begin your REBELLION.Brave, disruptive and rule-breaking, this is a book unlike any other.

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Book SynopsisThis book will help you to look after your brain and body and develop good mental health. How are you today? Your brain and body work as a team. What you do with your body - what you eat, how you exercise and how much sleep you get - affects your mood, while your thoughts and feelings affect how you feel physically. This book will help you to understand how your physical and mental health are closely linked. There are hints and tips on quick ways to improve your health that you can try every day or whenever you need to. The text has been approved by a consultant working in the field of young people''s mental health and includes information on further sources of help and advice.Table of Contents 1: Dream team! 2: Hello, brain! 3: Hormone havoc! 4: Eat well 5: Issues with eating 6: Self-esteem 7: Body image 8: Sweet dreams! 9: Always tired 10: What's so good about exercise? 11: Be positive! 12: A healthy future 13: The last word: mindfulness 14: Glossary 15: Notes for teachers, parents and carers 16: Further information 17: Index

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Book SynopsisThis indispensable resource provides a flexible framework and a wealth of engaging tools for teaching mindfulness to children and adolescents with varying needs in school or clinical settings. Numerous kid-friendly mindfulness practices are presented, complete with step-by-step instructions, sample scripts, suggested variations, and discussion questions. The benefits of mindfulness for enhancing children's socialâemotional competencies are clearly explained. Clinicians and teachers are guided to select and sequence activities for groups struggling with specific challenges: stress and anxiety, depression, attention problems, behavioral and emotion regulation issues, and trauma. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes 14 reproducible handouts. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials.Trade Review"Clinicians and teachers are on the lookout for time-tested approaches to introducing mindful awareness practices to children and teens. Drawing on their many years of experience, Semple and Willard address this critical need magnificently. This is the first book to provide a research-based, developmentally appropriate mindfulness program to support recovery, build resilience, and cultivate flourishing in a range of clinical and educational settings. The pathways apply aspects of mindfulness to specific issues, and include instructions for adapting the activities for various contexts and ages."--Patricia A. Jennings, PhD, School of Education and Human Development, University of Virginia "I love this book and will recommend it to every one of the 3,200 schools we work with! This is the definitive guide for every teacher and mental health professional who works with kids. If you are already bringing mindfulness practices to your school or clinic, this book will help you build momentum, engage parents and caregivers, and sustain the positive impact over time. If you are new to mindfulness, this book provides a step-by-step approach for how to introduce the concept to administrators and families and inspire students to join in the practices. Teaching mindfulness is a clear countermeasure to the increasing rates of mental health disorders, stress, and trauma among children and adolescents. This book provides a compelling rationale for educators, mental health professionals, parents, and students to embed mindfulness practices into their daily routines."--Laura S. Bakosh, PhD, cofounder, Inner Explorer mindfulness program for PreK-12 classrooms "Instead of a cookie-cutter approach, Semple and Willard give users a tremendous amount of flexibility to design programs for particular groups of children and teens. The authors smartly provide pathways that address different clinical problems (for example, ADHD, depression) with targeted mindfulness practices. Teachers and therapists alike will find the 'Challenges and Tips,' 'Cautions and Contraindications,' and 'Suggested Practice Activities' extremely helpful. This outstanding book is a valuable tool."--Jason Thomas, MS, licensed educational psychologist and mindfulness facilitator, Los Angeles, California "The format of this book is very practical and easy to navigate. I especially like how the authors make the concepts relatable for children and teens. This book is a powerful tool in helping children of all ages develop the confidence to utilize mindfulness skills. I can see myself incorporating these ideas in my sessions with children who struggle with tolerating the distressing and uncomfortable feelings that accompany anxiety. This book will be a benefit for my practice!"--Donna DeFazio, LCSW, PsyD, private practice, Pasadena, California "A 'must-have' resource for any professional who wants to share the adventure of mindfulness with children. Semple and Willard have developed a comprehensive, step-by-step manual. They provide detailed descriptions of engaging mindfulness exercises and activities, starting with the most basic attending skills and culminating in ways to integrate mindfulness into daily life. With an emphasis on safety, Semple and Willard describe adaptations for diverse populations, complete with recommendations regarding possible contraindications and complications."--Roger S. Nolan, MA, LMFT, mindfulness-based psychotherapist, South Pasadena, California "Comprehensive but accessible, this is the book that clinicians and educators interested in sharing mindfulness strategies with youth will reach for again and again. Whether you are looking to create a curriculum from scratch or just want to supplement the practices you already use, there is something in this book for everyone. The foundational information is here, as are thoughtfully designed pathways for addressing specific issues that students may face. The suggested scripts for introducing activities feel natural and easy to implement. This book is now my first choice for giving educators the tools to teach mindfulness to their students."--Kristin McKeown, MEd, mindfulness educator and founder, Teaching Balance-This…is a particularly helpful book in that it provides a clearly delineated scope and sequence of activities, providing almost 60 separate mindfulness exercises and divides these exercises into those targeting frequently encountered pathologies namely, anxiety, depression, attentional issues, impulsivity, trauma, neglect, and abuse. This text can be used in any graduate program where mindfulness skills are part of the curriculum. It has a broad focus and can be valuable for practicing clinicians as well as others, be they nurses, social workers, counselors, educators, or psychologists where brief interventions are often needed.--Child and Family Behavior Therapy, 09/13/2020ƒƒFlexibility and structure somehow perfectly coexist within this manual. Another strength is that each activity includes a review of vocabulary with examples for younger and older students. The students learn how to identify judgements, descriptions, emotions, thoughts, and feelings. The focus on the language used is very important in helping students bring awareness and greater processing of their experiences. Mindfulness Matters activities also reference the relationship between mindfulness and everyday life….Overall, Mindfulness Matters offers a broad array of activities to ensure that mindfulness is presented to students in interesting and applicable ways….The content within this curriculum would allow for many possibilities as to how to structure whole class as well as small group sequences for a variety of younger and older students with various needs.--NASP Communiqué, 05/01/2021Table of Contents I. Introduction to the Mindfulness Matters Program for Children and Adolescents II. Mindfulness Activities Group 1. Introductory and Core Activities Group 2. Mindfulness of the Breath Activities Group 3. Mindfulness of the Body Activities Group 4. Mindful Awareness Activities Group5. Sensory-Based Mindfulness Activities Group 6. Mindfulness of Thoughts Group 7. Mindfulness of Emotions Group 8. Concluding Activities III. Pathways to Mindfulness Pathway through Stress and Anxiety Pathway through Depression Pathway through Attention Problems Pathway through Problems of Emotion Regulation and Impulse Control Pathway through Trauma, Abuse, and Neglect IV. Research Support for Mindfulness with Kids References Index

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Book SynopsisMindfulness and My Emotions is a introduction to mindfulness, helping young children to tune into their feelings and emotions, and find ways to manage them better.Mindful Spaces guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies, their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down and become more focused. The books encourage self-esteem and self-confidence. Titles in the series:Mindfulness and Me Mindfulness and My Body Mindfulness and My Emotions Mindfulness and NatureTable of Contents 1: Being mindful of emotions 1: Thoughts and feelings 1: Focus in and look out 1: Different emotions 1: What should I do? 1: Knowing myself 1: Moments of happiness 1: Clouds of anger 1: Angry actions 1: Waves of worry 1: Worrying thoughts 1: Signs of sadness 1: Find the quiet 1: Mindfulness tips 1: Index

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Book SynopsisWhen you think about the future, are you consumed by fear and self-doubt? Do you feel stuck in your life? Does your inability to move forward cause increased anxiety, sadness, or insecurity? It's easy to avoid or withdraw from the situations that make you anxious or worried-it can feel safer at the time-but the fact is, until you find a way to confront discomfort head on and take action anyway, you'll remain stuck in a cycle of disappointment and frustration. So, how can you break free, get unstuck, and fully embrace life? From the authors of Conquer Negative Thinking for Teens-which focuses on managing negative thinking habits-comes this unique resource for teens who struggle with taking action. Packed with simple and easy-to-apply skills drawn from cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), you'll learn to cultivate an action mindset, reduce worry, and take the steps needed to solve problems-rather than avoid them. You'll also discover the keys to quieting that inner "voice of doom," giving up the need for perfection, and managing the difficult emotions that can come with living a life on hold. With this empowering guide, you'll learn how to: - Figure out what's holding you back in life - Move past negative thinking habits - Cultivate a "go out and get it" mindset - Be kinder to yourself - Take small "action steps" to move toward your goals Even the smallest behaviour change can make a huge difference. If you're finally ready to face your fears, the skills you'll learn in this friendly how-to will empower you to take action and get back in the game of life! In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisParents and early readers will love Mechal Renee Roe's enchanting illustrations and positive messages.Boys will love the affirmative text in this easy-to-read picture book that celebrates the joys of being a boy – including activities like sports, music and exploring nature. With fantastic, cute and funny images paired with confidence-boosting text, this gift book will warm your heart and lift the spirit of any child.Look out for the companion volume Cool Cuts, exploring the wonderful world of Black hair for boys.

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Book SynopsisThis deck of beautifully illustrated cards is packed with empowering statements and uplifting words to help your child feel confident every day See your child’s self-esteem soar with this delightful pack of uplifting affirmation cards. Whether you’re looking to inspire a little bit of confidence or just want to bring a ray of sunshine into every day, this collection of positive prompts will remind your child that they’re capable of anything they put their mind to. Featuring a joyful design to brighten up any shelf, windowsill, desk or table, each card can be displayed individually using the high-quality wooden stand included. These cheerful statements are the perfect tool to boost your child’s self-esteem and help them to see how brilliant they are! Box includes 52 individual cards, a 16-page booklet and a high-quality wooden stand Let your child choose their favourite affirmations and display them proudly in their room An ideal gift for children aged 4+ to develop the skill of positive thinking

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Book SynopsisA fun fill-in activity journal for kids age 7+ to help boost self-esteem and mental well-being Write down all the things that you are thankful for This daily gratitude journal is your special place to record the things that bring you joy. It includes a diary where you can write about three things that you are thankful for each day, along with some fun ideas to get you thinking about ways to reflect on all the good things in your life.The simple habit of keeping a gratitude journal has many mental health benefits. Studies have shown that regularly thinking about the good things in your life can make you happier and healthier, help you sleep better, and boost feelings of self-worth and empathy for others.Spend a little time each day reflecting on the things you're most grateful for - big and small - such as your health, your family and friends, your special talents, a funny joke or a sunny day.

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Book SynopsisYour body, your rules! What you look like is an important part of how you express yourself but it’s only a part of your story. Discovering who you are on the inside is what really matters. The awesome activities in this book have been expertly designed to help children learn how to take up space in the world. Look after your body - and get a proper night’s sleep - with inclusivity expert Beth Cox, Power Thoughts founder Natalie Costa and Blue Peter Book Award winner Vicky Barker.

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Book SynopsisGood things happen in the ordinary minutes of an ordinary day.

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Book SynopsisAn engrossing and thoughtful contemporary tale that tackles faith, friendship, family, anxiety, and the potential apocalypse from Katie Henry, the acclaimed author of Heretics Anonymous.There are many ways the world could end.Trade Review“Henry writes witty dialogue, creates complicated characters, and treats different religious beliefs with sincerity and respect... This one’s a gem.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A rare YA novel in its approach to religious faith as a life-giving, if complicated, aspect of a young adult’s life... Ellis is a protagonist to root for.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A whip-smart and compelling protagonist who grapples with deep questions about the nature of belief, identity, and control... One of the few YA titles with a Mormon protagonist... Humorous dialogue and richly developed supporting characters add to the appeal.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “As Ellis learns to consider the hopeful alongside the negative scenarios, the story rushes toward its intriguing, suspenseful conclusion... A too-rare, well-rounded portrayal of a religious adolescent, from the author of Heretics Anonymous.” — The Horn Book “Henry treats Ellis’ faith with respect and sensitivity while still realistically depicting her struggles to find love and acceptance of herself in a community that is not always supportive of LGBTQ+ individuals... the final few chapters send the reader on a satisfying rollercoaster.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Praise for Heretics Anonymous: “With a page-ripping plot and realistic character development, Henry’s funny, heartwarming tale of unlikely rebels soars: an auspicious debut.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Most impressive here is Henry’s multifaceted take on religion. Come for the arch first-person narrative and puppy love, stay for the examination into belief.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “In addition to being a frequently hilarious comedy with its share of complicated romance, the story presents a thought-provoking look at faith, questioning but ultimately respectful of Catholicism and other beliefs.” — Horn Book Magazine “The story adeptly asks readers to question what they believe and why, without being preachy, judgmental, or dismissive. Humor interlaced with more serious ideas make for an interesting and enjoyable read. Highly recommended, especially for teens who are passionate about a cause.” — School Library Journal “In this entertaining coming-of-age story, five free-thinking students launch a clandestine campaign against their school’s rigid policies and practices, with unanticipated consequences. Snappy dialogue sparkles throughout this skillfully crafted debut.” — Publishers Weekly “Genuine and heartfelt doctrinal questions arise in between the pranks and the conversations Michael has with his new friends, allowing both believing and nonbelieving readers to find their way into this exploration of the way feelings about family and faith intersect. A balanced perspective of possibilities of faith and skepticism.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Book SynopsisAn engrossing and thoughtful contemporary tale that tackles faith, friendship, family, anxiety, and the potential apocalypse from Katie Henry, the acclaimed author of Heretics Anonymous.There are many ways the world could end.Trade Review“Henry writes witty dialogue, creates complicated characters, and treats different religious beliefs with sincerity and respect... This one’s a gem.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A rare YA novel in its approach to religious faith as a life-giving, if complicated, aspect of a young adult’s life... Ellis is a protagonist to root for.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A whip-smart and compelling protagonist who grapples with deep questions about the nature of belief, identity, and control... One of the few YA titles with a Mormon protagonist... Humorous dialogue and richly developed supporting characters add to the appeal.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “As Ellis learns to consider the hopeful alongside the negative scenarios, the story rushes toward its intriguing, suspenseful conclusion... A too-rare, well-rounded portrayal of a religious adolescent, from the author of Heretics Anonymous.” — The Horn Book “Henry treats Ellis’ faith with respect and sensitivity while still realistically depicting her struggles to find love and acceptance of herself in a community that is not always supportive of LGBTQ+ individuals... the final few chapters send the reader on a satisfying rollercoaster.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Praise for Heretics Anonymous: “With a page-ripping plot and realistic character development, Henry’s funny, heartwarming tale of unlikely rebels soars: an auspicious debut.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Most impressive here is Henry’s multifaceted take on religion. Come for the arch first-person narrative and puppy love, stay for the examination into belief.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “In addition to being a frequently hilarious comedy with its share of complicated romance, the story presents a thought-provoking look at faith, questioning but ultimately respectful of Catholicism and other beliefs.” — Horn Book Magazine “The story adeptly asks readers to question what they believe and why, without being preachy, judgmental, or dismissive. Humor interlaced with more serious ideas make for an interesting and enjoyable read. Highly recommended, especially for teens who are passionate about a cause.” — School Library Journal “In this entertaining coming-of-age story, five free-thinking students launch a clandestine campaign against their school’s rigid policies and practices, with unanticipated consequences. Snappy dialogue sparkles throughout this skillfully crafted debut.” — Publishers Weekly “Genuine and heartfelt doctrinal questions arise in between the pranks and the conversations Michael has with his new friends, allowing both believing and nonbelieving readers to find their way into this exploration of the way feelings about family and faith intersect. A balanced perspective of possibilities of faith and skepticism.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Book SynopsisNEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNER • In this timely and moving novel in verse, a preteen girl navigates seventh grade while facing mental health challenges. A hopeful, poetic story about learning to advocate for the help and understanding you deserve. Powerful. —Lisa Fipps, Printz Honor-winning author of StarfishHow do you speak up when it feels like no one is listening?The end of elementary school? Worst time of my life.And the start of middle school?I just wasn’t quite right.But this year?YO VOY A MI.Seventh grade is going to be Iveliz’s year. She’s going to make a new friend, help her abuela Mimi get settled after moving from Puerto Rico, and she is not going to get into any more trouble at school. . . .Except is that what happens? Of course not. Because no matter how hard Iveliz tries, sometimes people say things that just make heTrade ReviewSCBWI Golden Kite Honor Award WinnerKirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearYALSA Best Book for Young AdultsChildren's Book Council Best of Book of the YearAssociation for Library Service Notable Children's Book "A lyrical, vital, and spunky debut about mental health, grief, and the healing power of self-love. A must read.” —Mariama J. Lockington, Stonewall Honor-winning author of For Black Girls Like Me★ "Superbly woven; a bold, deep portrayal of a young voice who needs to be heard.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ "A compassionate, stirring story that readers will not forget." —School Library Journal, starred review★ "A candid narrative told in quick-moving, rapport-like verse, made accessible by Iveliz’s sarcastically funny, authentically tween voice." —Publishers Weekly, starred review"A great reminder that no one is truly alone." —Booklist"Relatable and powerful. . . . Iveliz’s first-person account amplifies the need for finding one’s voice and asking for help at any age." —The Horn Book"Deeply moving and honest." —CCBC Choices

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Book SynopsisHow do you speak up when it feels like no one is listening? In this moving novel in verse, one girl takes on seventh grade while facing mental health challenges, and must find her voice to advocate for the help and understanding she deserves.Powerful. —Lisa Fipps, Printz Honor-winning author of StarfishListen up:The end of elementary school?Worst time of my life.And the start of middle school?I just wasn’t quite right.But this year?YO VOY A MI.Seventh grade is going to be Iveliz’s year. She’s going to make a new friend, help her abuela Mimi get settled after moving from Puerto Rico, and she is not going to get into any more trouble at school. . . .Except is that what happens? Of course not. Because no matter how hard Iveliz tries, sometimes people say things that just make her so mad. And worse, Mimi keeps saying Iveliz’s med

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Book SynopsisPart of the popular Exploring Our Community series, here's the perfect child-friendly introduction to mindfulness.

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Book SynopsisSelf-compassion is an essential skill for young adults--it relieves anxiety, lessens depression, improves overall emotional well-being, and helps you to connect more genuinely with others. This interactive guided journal offers more than 100 prompts and exercises to help: Understand who you are and embrace your whole self, Quiet your inner critic and forgive your own mistakes, Accept and process difficult feelings--learn how to be kind to yourself especially when you're feeling bad, sad, or mad, Practice mindfulness, gratitude, and acceptance--and feel happier, Embrace your common humanity--you are not alone. Ideal for teens and young adults, and compatible with CBT, DBT, and ACT principles, this guided journal takes readers on a journey of self-disovery and self-love, teaching practical, life-changing skills.Trade Review"This book is beautiful and fun to read, and if you do the practices and exercises within it, you’ll learn skills that will transform your life. I hope you enjoy it! I know I did.—Kristin Neff, PhD, Associate Professor, Educational Psychology, University of Texas at Austin and author of The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook“In this journal, you’ll learn science-based techniques from an ace teacher and therapist who will help you reduce stress, boost resiliency, and avoid our societal siren calls of distraction, disconnection, and dissatisfaction.”—Dan Harris, Co-founder and author of Ten Percent Happier

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