Core Skills Analysis
Social and Emotional Learning
During a support-worker session focused on grief, Olivia spent time receiving support as she worked through her feelings. The session offered an opportunity to notice and express emotions connected with grief in a supportive setting. Olivia learned that feelings can be acknowledged and discussed, and that seeking support can be part of coping with a difficult experience. This kind of reflection builds emotional awareness and helps develop self-understanding.
Health and Wellbeing
Olivia took part in a session centered on emotional wellbeing and support during grief. Through this experience, Olivia learned that mental and emotional health deserve care, and that a trusted support worker can help someone navigate challenging feelings. The session also reinforced the value of making space for emotions rather than treating them as something to hide. These are useful foundations for recognizing personal wellbeing needs and seeking appropriate support.
Tips
To build on Olivia’s learning, invite Olivia to create a private feelings journal using words, colors, or symbols to reflect on emotions over time. Explore a gentle creative activity, such as making a memory collage or drawing something meaningful, while allowing Olivia to choose what feels comfortable to share. You could also discuss a simple support map by identifying trusted people and helpful places to turn to when feelings feel difficult. Keep these activities flexible and follow Olivia’s lead, making room for conversation, quiet reflection, or a break.Book Recommendations
- The Invisible String by Patrice Karst: A reassuring story about the enduring connections between people, useful for opening gentle conversations about loss and love.
- The Heart and the Bottle by Oliver Jeffers: A thoughtful picture book about grief, emotional protection, and finding a way back to feelings.
- Michael Rosen's Sad Book by Michael Rosen: A candid, age-accessible exploration of sadness and grief that can support reflection and discussion.
Try This Next
- Feelings check-in: choose a word, color, or symbol for how the day feels.
- Create a private memory collage using drawings, colors, or meaningful images.
- Write or draw a support map showing trusted people Olivia can talk with.