World Mental Health Day

Lots of us have days when we struggle with our feelings and when this happens it's tough, and can be different to know how to cope. It's important that young people know that there are people around them who can help and they’re not the only ones going through this.

Throughout the day the children took part in various activities such as drawing a ‘comfort creature’. This is a creature that has all the features that you find comforting in a person or a thing when you are having tough or big feelings.

Some classes watched a video of Doodle Boy and drew whatever makes them happy. Doodling can help us to express how we feel and remember all the positive things in our lives and about the people in their lives who might help them if they have big or tough feelings.

Every class used positive affirmation cards. Affirmations are a simple way for children to build their confidence. Each card has an inspiring message to nurture positive self-talk and internal reflection. By using these cards regularly, children will learn how to have positive feelings about themselves rather than negative self-talk.

A really important part about mental health is knowing what makes us who we are and being proud of these things.

In addition to these activities we had an assembly all about how to support our mental health.
No young person should feel alone with their mental health. If you are concerned about your child’s mental health or would like some advice to support your child, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Houston elsa@williambyrd.school