Explore the notion of feeling ‘blue’ in this activity designed to explore and lift low mood.

About this resource:

Beat the Blues is a resource designed to help children understand and cope with low mood and "feeling blue." Through this activity, children explore strategies to overcome the blues. It also encourages children to observe and appreciate the colour blue in nature, promoting a mindful connection to their surroundings.

Benefits:

• Understanding Low Mood: The resource helps children understand the concept of low mood and depression, providing them with a framework to identify and articulate their emotions when they feel sad.
• Coping Skills: Children are encouraged to think of strategies and activities that can help improve their mood when they are feeling blue. This promotes a sense of empowerment and self-awareness.
• Mindfulness: The activity incorporates mindfulness by prompting children to observe and appreciate the blue elements in nature. Perhaps they could take a walk and write down all the blue things they see?
• Creative Expression: The resource allows children to express their thoughts and ideas through writing and drawing, stimulating their creativity and self-expression.
• Support for Low Mood in Children: This resource can be beneficial for children experiencing low mood or occasional bouts of sadness, providing them with tools and strategies to manage and improve their mood.

This resource provides professionals and parents with a tool to discuss and address low mood with children, facilitating open conversations and support.