Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about the Legend of the Worry Dolls and how they can help with worries.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and coloring supplies
• Imagination and creativity

Activities

• Story Time: Let's start by reading the Legend of the Worry Dolls together. Imagine the tiny dolls as we go through the story.
• Create Your Own Worry Doll: Draw and color your own worry doll. Think about how it can help you feel better when you're worried.
• Role Play: Pretend to be a worry doll and listen to a worry from a family member or friend. Offer them comfort and reassurance, just like a worry doll would.

Talking Points

• Worry dolls are tiny, handmade dolls from Guatemala that are believed to take away worries. You can tell your worries to the doll, and it will help you feel better.
• Just like the worry dolls, we all have worries sometimes. It's okay to feel worried, and it's important to talk about our worries with someone we trust.
• When you feel worried, you can use your imagination to think about happy things or do something you enjoy, like coloring or playing outside.
• It's nice to have someone to listen to our worries and offer comfort. You can be like a worry doll for your friends and family by listening and being there for them.