Supporting school communities to thrive.
Other Resources
We, at Learning & Wellbeing Psychology, have compiled a set of links to help you and your loved ones through this time. Just take a look under the relevant heading.
If any other resources have helped you and aren’t listed here, do let us know and we add it to our list. Also, take a look at the social stories and infographics we have produced to help you at this time.
Learning
Learning readiness: Check in if your child(ren)/pupils are ready to learn:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckxGGF7RVIMKCFViNAOrbOm7RRyIdANe38TcrySzRTBEv-qw/viewform
Wellbeing
https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
An all-encompassing site on staying emotionally well during this time when many things in our lives have changed:
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/greater_good_guide_to_well_being_during_coronavirus
Audio on compassion at this time:
https://jackkornfield.com/compassion-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/
Early Years
Activities to do with your little ones. Many are free.
https://abcdoes.com/home-learning/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people
Is your child starting Reception this September? Check out our blog for our top tips for parents.
School Age
Visit the Portsmouth Education Partnership site for a comprehensive list of learning websites for children from Key Stage One to Key Stage Three and those with English as an Additional Language:
https://www.portsmoutheducationpartnership.co.uk/covid-19-resources/
Below are some other links we think may be helpful:
Maths
https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/
https://stories.audible.com/discovery - offering many free children’s books to listen to
STUFF FOR KIDS
Check out these resources for things to share with the children you are caring for.
Videos
A video by Brainpop on the Coronavirus:
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51204456
Helplines
These are links that children can use speak about anything or if they are concerned about their welfare at home.
https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/contacting-childline
Physical and mental health
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
For those who have or are supporting those with an eating disorder: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/coronavirus
For those who have or are supporting those with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: https://www.ocduk.org/ocd-coronavirus-summary/
Other resources
Perhaps try learning a new skill! British Sign Language is offering a free 20 hour course for students, with discounted rates for others.
https://british-sign.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360044794654
Sensory activities to help regulation at home:
https://inclusiveteach.com/2020/03/20/150-sensory-learning-ideas/
Easing of Lockdown
As lockdown eases, children may begin to show increased anxiety around returning to school, accessing public spaces and interacting with others.
Bereavement & Loss