RESOURCES
Find something useful for the moment you're in
Sometimes it helps to look a little further. You might want to understand something that's happening, find a way to approach a difficult conversation, or explore a resource with your child.
The resources here are intended to help you make sense of what's happening and consider what might be useful next.
You don't need to explore everything. Start with what matters to you.
Explore by what would help
You can start with a question, look for something practical, or explore a topic in more depth.
Understanding a situation
Explore ideas that can help you make sense of what your child may be experiencing.
Recommended resources
Explore books and other resources that may offer a useful perspective.
Talking through a story
Explore ways to talk together about a story, listen to your child's perspective and notice what stands out, without needing to turn the conversation into a lesson.
Further support
Find other places to look when you'd like to explore a subject further or consider additional support.
Supporting Without Taking Over
Explore how to support your child through difficult moments while leaving room for them to think, participate and work things out for themselves. This resource considers how to offer help without automatically taking over, and how to recognise when a child needs support, guidance or an adult to take responsibility.
More resources to explore
These resources offer different ways to reflect on difficult moments, consider how to support your child, and explore a story a little further. You don't need to use them all. Choose what feels useful to you.
Reflection After the Moment
Look back at what happened, what you understand now, and whether anything needs to change. Reflection can help you make sense of a difficult moment, even when it doesn't lead to a different response.
Anxiety & Worry Resources
Explore resources to help you make sense of your child's worries, talk together about what may be happening, and consider possible next steps.
Start with what would help
You don't need to work through every resource or find a single right answer.
Choose something relevant to the moment you're in. You can explore further if it's useful, or stop when you have what you need.