Hello, lovely parents! Today, we're diving into the wonderful world of glitter jars – a simple yet powerful tool to help yourself and your children manage their emotions. As a parent, you know that big feelings can sometimes overwhelm us and our children, and it's not always easy to help them navigate these emotional storms. That's where glitter jars come in! What are glitter jars, you ask? They're like little snow globes of calm, filled with water and glitter. When shaken, they create ...

As the summer holidays draw to a close, many children (and parents!) feel a mix of excitement and anxiety about returning to school. One helpful way to understand this transition is through the 'glitter jar' analogy.  Imagine a jar filled with water and glitter. When calm, the glitter settles, leaving clear water - much like a relaxed mind. But shake it up, and the glitter swirls chaotically - just like our thoughts when we're stressed or overwhelmed. You can find out more about in the ...

Understanding Emotional Flavours: A Guide for Parents of Primary School Children Introduction As parents, we often encounter various challenges when it comes to understanding and managing our children's emotions. One helpful way to approach this is through the metaphor of flavours, using something familiar and enjoyable, like jellybeans, to explain the diversity of emotions we all experience. The Theme of Flavours Imagine a colourful assortment of jellybean flavours. Some are delightful, sweet, ...