Staying Well : Activity Book and Guide to Support Children whose Best Friend is Leaving

Written to help children aged 7-12 whose friend is moving away, this set contains a children’s activity book and a practical guide for the supporting adult.

Being ‘the stayer’ (the one left behind) can be hard. Based on the latest wellbeing research, the Staying Well set includes valuable strategies and fun activities to boost the child’s wellbeing, helping them to ‘stay well’. Top tips, example responses and the theory behind the activities will equip teachers, practitioners, and parents to respond effectively to common questions and support children as they manage this big change.

The set includes:

Staying Well Activity Book is jam-packed full of strategies and creative activities to help ‘the stayer,’ reflect on how they feel, appreciate their friendship, and build a coping repertoire.

Staying Well Facilitator’s Guide offers guidance notes and prompts to help bring out the best experience for the child and is designed to help the adult feel confident in their delivery and in responding to any questions. It contains key points to consider, examples of ‘what you could say’, and explains the theory behind the activities.

Staying Well is an invaluable resource to support children as they navigate the challenging experience of a friend moving away.