Calming Cat

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A mental health-focused programme for children to discuss feelings and learn coping strategies.

Encourages Open Discussions: Facilitates open discussions among children about their worries and anxieties, encouraging them to express and navigate their emotions effectively.
Fosters Emotional Literacy: Enables children to identify, articulate, and explore their feelings in a supportive environment, fostering emotional literacy.
Security Tummy Pocket: Features a tummy pocket for holding personal comforting objects, providing a sense of security and reassurance.
Develops Coping Strategies: Equips children with coping strategies through engaging activities and advice, aiding in emotional development.
Calming Weighted Design: The weighted design of the resource offers a calming effect, making it easier for children to hold and find comfort.

A mental health-focused programme for children to discuss feelings and learn coping strategies.

The Calming Cat offers comfort with its soft fur and weighted design, ideal for soothing and engaging children.

The openings at the side are great for little hands to cuddle the cat. Its multi-sensory materials will help keep children stimulated and calm. Perfect for younger children as a worry buddy for sharing feelings and worries. Can be used during an adult and child discussion as a comfortable communication medium for children. The calming cat worry toy is available to be purchased separately. Wipe clean with a damp cloth or antibacterial wipes.
Over 140 coaching cards, authored by Paula Williams, a Senior Educational Psychologist, accompany the cat. These cards, categorised by colour, provide insights, strategies, activities, and advice for understanding and managing a range of emotions. Green cards discuss bodily responses; Blue introduce coping strategies; Pink ensure fun is a regular part of children's lives; Yellow encourage reflection on feelings and behaviours; and Grey signal early anxiety signs. Collectively, these cards guide children through their emotional development in an engaging way.
This tool is not just a comforting resource; it encourages dialogue about emotions and strategies for coping, making it a valuable asset in supporting children's mental health.
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