Here’s what I’ve been creating and sharing this week. It’s all free to access and share, if you’d like to support my work you can do so via Patreon, by sharing my resources with your network or booking me to speak.
VIDEO: Healthy Expression of Anger in Children
In this video, I delve into a vital aspect of child and adolescent well-being – helping young ones express their anger in a healthy and constructive manner. I share insights on recognising anger, offering safe outlets, modelling positive expressions, and nurturing essential problem-solving skills. Tune in for practical guidance to support the emotional development of the children and young people you work with or care for.
6 in 60: School Anxiety/ EBSA Morning Routine
Six tips in sixty seconds about how to make the morning run a little more smoothy for parents or carers whose children are struggling with school anxiety / emotionally based school avoidance.
PODCAST: Assertiveness
In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I delve into the world of assertiveness and share a treasure trove of practical tools to help children master this crucial skill.
From role-playing activities that bring scenarios to life, to the powerful "I Statements" technique that fosters effective communication, I explore a toolkit designed to enhance kids' assertiveness.
We also uncover the significance of body language in assertive interactions and how self-advocacy and conflict resolution skills empower children to stand up for themselves.
KEYNOTE SLIDES: Autistic Girls
Slides and resources from a keynote that Lyra (my daughter) and I gave at a London SEND conference. She was amazing, I was SO PROUD! (To book me/Lyra or to find out more about my talks and webinars, email the lovely Ellie - Ellie@speakingofbooks.co.uk )
JUST FOR FUN: What Was I Thinking…
I’m currently a trainee routesetter which means they let me loose with powertools at my local climbing gym. It’s fun. Here’s a video of me climbing a route I set explaining the thought process behind it.
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Until next time,
Pooky
Pooky Knightsmith PhD
Keynote Speaker
Speaking and webinar enquiries: Ellie@speakingofbooks.co.uk