Full Description
Building on the latest research in developmental neuroscience, this book provides an evidence-based, accessible and practical roadmap for those looking for more effective ways to support primary school pupils' mental health and wellbeing.
The guide begins by analysing current approaches before presenting a new, comprehensive framework for mental health and wellbeing curricula in primary schools. Focusing on building up mental health knowledge and key skills of children in a neuroscience-informed and age-appropriate way, the book:
Translates key developmental processes in the mind and brain into learning outcomes, knowledge and skills with focus on Reception stage, KS1, and lower and upper KS2
Lays out a 7-step, trauma-informed pedagogical approach for teaching mental health and wellbeing and provides a plethora of relevant activity examples
Looks at the implementation of the curriculum framework as a whole school approach in primary schools, including its positioning within wider social contexts
Explains key terms, with case studies and reflection opportunities throughout.
This innovative book is a must-have guide for primary school educators interested in understanding the mental health and wellbeing development of their pupils and finding research-based ways to effectively support them long-term. It is also valuable reading for pastoral leaders in schools, mental health professionals and policy makers.
Contents
Acknowledgements
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: The What, Why and How of School Mental Health and Wellbeing
PART I: GUIDING ATTENTION
Chapter 2: EMOTIONAL AWARENESS
Chapter 3: MANAGING DISTRACTIONS
PART II: MANAGING EMOTIONS
Chapter 4: MANAGING REACTIVITY
Chapter 5: HABITUAL THOUGHTS AND EMOTIONS
Chapter 6: MANAGING RUMINATION AND WORRY
PART III: NURTURING CONNECTIONS
Chapter 7: SHARED HUMANITY
Chapter 8: CONNECTIONS
Chapter 9: MAKING A DIFFERENCE
PART IV: FINDING DIRECTION
Chapter 10: PURPOSE IN LIFE AND SELF CONCEPT
Chapter 11: IMPLEMENTING THE ATTEND FRAMEWORK
