Parents
Tips for going back to school after lockdown
Dr Shreena Ghelani, has written an article on what parents need to know to get their kids ready to return to school.
Recommended reads
Check out our recommended reads for children and young people. We've compiled a list of great books, with suggestions from workshops, young people and staff.
Explaining mental illness to under-11s
Video: This fantastic animation helps to get a conversation started with a child about what mental illness is.
Top five activities for young people and families
Activity pack: We've compiled a selection of our favourite lockdown activities and games that can be done by young people at home or at school.
Recommended reads
Our Time has compiled a list of recommended reads that may be helpful to you and your family.
Explaining why a parent is in hospital
Stories/Guides: These booklets have been created by South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation to help children and young people from the age of three upwards understand their parents’ mental health problems and why they are in hospital.
Parenting with a mental illness
Guide: This short booklet for parents provides answers to FAQs, useful links and information about parenting with a mental illness.
A free book to colour in or copy from
In line with this week's resource theme of 'don't forget self-care' Our Time has prepared a printable colouring book that the entire family can enjoy!
Consequences – A hilarious game for everyone
If you’re looking for a great game to play with friends and family, the pen and paper game of picture consequences is fantastic fun.
Story stones
Story stones are fun to make and can be used in a variety of storytelling activities or games. Here's how to make them and use them in a range of fun ways.
