Activity of the Month!

This month's activity is a therapeutic art activity called the Support Box. This activity is related to children learning ways to cope with difficult situations or feelings. This activity can be helpful for many children including children who have difficulty coping with anger, anxiety and stress. This activity can be used with children age 6 and up.

Activity of the Month!

This month's activity is an art therapy directive about children and youth imagining an image to represent their inner strength. It is called the Inner Helper. This activity can be helpful for many children including children who have difficulty with negative thinking and difficulty coping with stress or anxiety. This activity is can be used with children age 7 and up.

Short Film about the Path of a Girl living in Foster Care

This short film is about a young girl removed from an abusive home and the experiences she has in foster care. The film is about 12 minutes and is called ReMoved. My colleague Sarah shared this film on Facebook and I was glad she did, as I found this film to be moving and well portrayed. It can help others to gain a perspective of what life may be like for some children in foster care.

Activity of the Month!

This month's activity is also related to teaching children about mindfulness and being present to the moment!  It is called the Mindfulness Jar.  Every time I have done this activity with children they really seem to enjoy it and can't wait to use their jar.  This activity is applicable for all ages, I personally have my own Mindfulness Jar at home and I use it when I need to quiet the mind from all the happenings of the day.

For the materials you will need any type of jar with a lid that seals well.  At the Dollarama spice jars can be purchased 3 for $1.  Other supplies include water soluble hair gel, water, sparkles, a few drops of tea tree oil to keep the water sterile, paper towel, scissors (if the sparkles come in plastic packages), and an empty plastic container (for pouring out contents of the jar if needed).