Description
– Teaching and Learning about Personal Well-Being at Middle Primary Level
The two books in this series are full of ideas and activities that teachers can use to help students feel good about themselves while, at the same time, create a classroom environment where mutual support and caring are an everyday occurrence.
Each student activity page is supported by a teacher ideas page which contains a rationale, ideas for approaching the topic and ways to use the activity sheets, suggestions and follow-up extension work.
Book A: Understanding Myself focusses on beliefs and attitudes that students may have about themselves. The activities in this book help to strengthen students’ sense of personal well-being. Topics include: All About Me; I’m Special; My Feelings; Sharing my Success; My Rights; I’m Growing Up; My Body is Special; Who am I; If I could be; Sometimes I get Angry; I Have an Opinion; My Roles; My Family and Me.
Book B: Understanding My Relationships with others focusses on group issues. The activities in this book support the building of good relationships within the classroom. Topics include: What is a Friend; Sharing Tasks; Who’s like Me; Teamwork; Relationship Rules; Helping in the Community; Getting On with Others; Listening to Others; Thinking About Others Positively; Cooperative Decision-Making; Being Honest; No Put Downs Allowed; Buzz Off Bullies.