The Worry Workbook: The Worry Warriors' Activity Book
What’s inside...
A captivating activity book designed to help children manage their worries and anxieties through engaging and fun-filled tasks. This activity book is unique because it combines entertainment with valuable life skills to help children take control of their worries. It explains the concept of worry, offers creative ways to calm down and distract oneself when worries arise, and includes guidance for parents with explainers throughout. The book has been reviewed by a child psychologist to ensure its effectiveness.
Age
6-12
Length
144 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is one worry that you feel like you can share with me?
Can you think of a time when you felt brave, even though you were worried?
What are some of the ways the characters in the book handle their worries? Do you think those ways might work for you too?
How do you feel after talking about your worries?
What can we do together when you're feeling worried to make you feel better?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a safe and open environment where your child feels comfortable expressing their worries. Normalize discussions about feelings, and emphasize that everyone experiences worry sometimes. Use examples from the book to guide the conversation and relate it to real-life situations your child may face. Be an active listener, showing empathy and understanding without immediately trying to fix the problem. Encourage creative expression, like drawing or writing about feelings, as a way to process and discuss worries.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Managing anxiety
Explanation: The book provides various activities designed to help children recognize and manage their fears and worries.
Real-World Application: Children can use the techniques learned to handle anxiety at school, during exams, or in social situations.
Example Lesson: Emotional expression
Explanation: Through engaging activities, the book encourages children to express their emotions openly and healthily.
Real-World Application: This empowers children to communicate their feelings effectively at home and in school, fostering better relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Activities in the book encourage children to identify problems (specifically their worries) and think critically about solutions.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to apply logical thinking to overcome personal challenges and daily obstacles.
Example Lesson: Building resilience
Explanation: The book’s activities are geared towards building a resilient mindset in children, helping them to bounce back from setbacks.
Real-World Application: This skill is crucial in helping children cope with failures and disappointments in sports, academics, and personal experiences.
Example Lesson: Mindfulness and relaxation
Explanation: The Worry Workbook includes exercises that teach mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
Real-World Application: Children can use these skills to reduce stress before bed, calm down when upset, or focus before a big task.