Book of Beasties

An incredible report on the impact of Book of Beasties' workshops and the Happy Heads Card Game on kids AND adults in Derbyshire. More proof that Book of Beasties is one of the most effective play-based emotional wellbeing tools available for children today. “I recently introduced the Happy Heads Game to a small group of children with SEND. The game helped them open up about their emotions, and we’ve noticed a significant improvement in how they manage stress and communicate their feelings in such a short space of time. It’s a fantastic resource for fostering emotional literacy.” Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eU49hbZR #BookOfBeasties #Derbyshire #HappyHeadsCardGame #EmotionalWellbeing #PlayBasedLearning #ChildrensMentalHealth

🌟 Reach for the Stars with Crescent Pose! 🌙 Let’s stretch together and feel tall like the moon! The Crescent Pose is a fun way to: ✨ Stretch your sides and arms ✨ Improve your balance and posture ✨ Feel calm and strong with each breath Here’s how to do it: - Breathe in and raise your arms above your head, bringing your palms together. - Breathe out and gently lean to one side, like a crescent moon. 🌙 - Breathe in again as you come back to standing tall. - Breathe out and lean to the other side. - Keep going, slow and steady! Feel the stretch on each side. It’s a perfect way to feel calm and powerful, just like the moon lighting up the night! 🌙✨ #CrescentPose #KidsYoga #MindfulMovement #StretchAndGrow #FunActivityWithFamily

✨ Case Study: How Book of Beasties Engages Children Across All Ages From Year 1 to Year 6, students at a primary school on the Isle of Man have been learning powerful emotional regulation techniques through play with Book of Beasties! 🌈 In this case study, we explore how the Happy Heads card game helped children build empathy, express emotions, and develop essential life skills - all through engaging characters like Akky and Bronze Child. Read the full story to see the amazing impact of structured play on children’s emotional growth: https://lnkd.in/eCpJr-CP #BookOfBeasties #CaseStudy #SEL #EmotionalIntelligence #PowerOfPlay #InclusiveLearning #HappyHeadsCardGame #Empathy #ChildDevelopment

📢 Last chance to sign up! 🚀 Join our FREE virtual CPD workshop tomorrow, 17th October! 🌟 Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to effectively talk about mental wellbeing with children using our comprehensive resources. ✨ Secure your spot today and let's make a difference together! #CPDWorkshop #BookOfBeasties #MentalWellbeing #ChildrensMentalHealth #SignUpNow

We were thrilled to be part of the Wellbeing Workshop at Hampton Wick Infant & Nursery School, alongside some of the leading providers in the field. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with both parents and fellow professionals, all sharing the common goal of supporting children's wellbeing. 💚 #ChildrenWellbeing #SupportingChildren #MentalHealthMatters #WellbeingWorkshop #BookOfBeasties

Top 5 Superpowers to Take Care of Your Mind! 🦸♂️ Did you know that just like your favourite superheroes, you have superpowers to take care of your mind? Here are the Top 5 powers to help you feel strong, calm, and ready to take on the day: - The Power of Positivity: Your superhero shield against negative thoughts! Focus on something you love and tell yourself, “I’ve got this!” 💪✨ - The Calm Breath: Need a superhero recharge? Take slow, deep breaths to stay calm and in control, just like a power boost! 🧘♀️ - The Confidence Cape: Wear your confidence like a cape! When you believe in yourself, you can tackle any challenge. “I can do this!” - Friendship Force: No superhero fights alone! Friends are like sidekicks that give you strength. Share a smile or ask for help! ⚡ - Problem-Solving Vision: When things get tough, turn on your problem-solving vision. Look for solutions one step at a time like a superhero solving a mystery! Remember, YOU are your own superhero! #Superpowers #MentalHealthMatters #PositiveMindset #SuperheroConfidence #FriendshipGoals #ProblemSolvers #BookOfBeasties

💛 Big feelings can sometimes feel overwhelming, but that’s okay. What matters most is how we care for them! By teaching our children to recognise and manage their emotions, we help them build resilience and emotional strength. Let’s create spaces where kids feel safe to express themselves and learn that it's okay to not always feel okay. #WorldMentalHealthDay #BigFeelings #ChildrenMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #BookOfBeasties

🧠✨ Every Kid is a Mental Health Hero! ✨ This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s remind our little ones that their emotions are their superpowers! 💪 From being brave and curious to staying calm and happy, every feeling matters and helps us grow. 💛🌈 Encourage your mini-heroes to take care of their minds. #WorldMentalHealthDay #FeelingsAreSuperpowers #MentalHealthMatters #BeYourOwnHero #KidsMentalHealth #MindfulHeroes #ResiliencePower

The Happy Heads Card Game was shortlisted for the Best Cross-Curriculum Game of 2024 by Imagination Gaming. Which for Book of Beasties is a really **really** big deal. For years we have been quietly, but doggedly working to introduce a playful approach to mental, emotional and social health in education with a focus on the play experience for the children, to increase engagement and therefore impact. And this brilliant accolade proves we got the play bit right. 🥳 🤲 On the other hand, we keep hearing about the incredible difference Book of Beasties is having on the lives of children in so many different settings. 🤰Here's a quote from a mum: "My daughter became visibly empathetic toward her friend after learning how she struggled emotionally at school. This empathy extended beyond the game and sparked a deeper conversation between the two children" 💚 And another from a SEND setting: "Book of Beasties succeeded not only in engaging this child with SEN but also in promoting a more inclusive environment where all children, regardless of need, could participate." Book of Beasties is surpassing what it set out to achieve - and it means the world to us. Back to work.

A case study was shared with us recently from a Holiday Camp in Barking & Dagenham. And the findings have blown us away, and as usual made us a little tearful. Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/eXN_xYm4 This particular quote really stood out to us: "This case highlights the profound impact of structured, emotionally supportive play on children’s social and emotional development. Book of Beasties succeeded not only in engaging this child with SEN but also in promoting a more inclusive environment where all children, regardless of need, could participate.