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Supporting children in building emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and resilience through reflection and mindful tools.

In the final episode of Series 6: Growing Together, Miss Harrison helps children reflect on all the social and emotional learning they’ve experienced. By imagining an "emotional toolbox" filled with practical strategies, children discover that they already have everything they need to navigate tricky feelings, build stronger relationships, and feel calm and confident—even on challenging days.

Through the story of Ethan, who learns to use deep breathing, positive thinking, and teamwork to manage a difficult situation, listeners are reminded that emotions are normal—and emotional tools help us grow.

What Children Will Learn:

• What an emotional toolbox is and how it helps us manage feelings
• Why reflection builds confidence and emotional maturity
• How skills like kindness, communication, and calming strategies strengthen resilience
• That every child can use emotional tools to solve problems, feel better, and connect with others

Emotional Toolbox Essentials (Explored in This Episode):

1. Self-awareness – Understanding your own feelings and naming emotions
2. Empathy – Recognising how others feel by listening and noticing body language
3. Teamwork – Working together, sharing ideas, and listening kindly
4. Celebrating Differences – Valuing what makes us unique and learning from each other
5. Helping Others – Using kindness, encouragement, and support to strengthen relationships
6. Positive Thinking & Calming Techniques – Using mindful breathing, grounding, and kind self-talk when challenges arise

Mindful Moment Challenge:

This week, when something feels tricky, pause and imagine opening your emotional toolbox. Choose one tool—like breathing slowly, asking for help, using kind words, or thinking positively—and give it a try. Notice how it changes how you feel.

Perfect For:

• Primary school-aged children (ages 5–11) learning emotional regulation
• Families looking to build social-emotional skills at home
• Teachers delivering PSHE, SEL or wellbeing lessons in class
• School mental health leads and behaviour teams supporting resilience and reflection

Quote of the Week:
“Every time you use your emotional tools, you’re growing stronger, kinder, and more confident.”

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