Description
Book SynopsisThe Get to Know Me' resources aim to support children, with those around them, who may have additional/special educational needs. They are designed to empower the professionals and adults who support those with identified needs. Developed by child psychologist Dr Louise Lightfoot, the series includes activities specific to anxiety, depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). In supporting the social and emotional health of students, it equips them with the ability to thrive, personally and academically.
This book has been created for key adults (teachers, therapists and parents) as a complement to the picture book and draw along versions of Silver Matilda a traditional narrative story exploring thoughts, feelings and sensations experienced by many children with depression.
The activities in this book offer practical tools and strategies to support the child and those around them in addition to the information specific to the condition to improve understanding
Table of Contents
Introduction to the Resource Pack Consultation Sheets Sections 1. Empathy versus Sympathy 2. Using puppets and play to explore emotions 3. True or false 4. Miracle Questions 5. Colour Your Feelings 6. Compliment Cards part 1 7. Compliment Cards part 2 8. Remember a time 9. Always, Never, Everybody 10. Miracle Questions 11. Feelings Sorter 12. Bridge to Success 13. Silver Matilda’s Activity Book 14. Silver Matilda Board Game
