Activities
For young children, ‘doing’ is just as important to learning as reading and listening.
These activities are designed to bring Tiny Cat’s adventure to life, helping children develop a greater understanding of their emotions through play, movement and being creative!
Curriculum-based activities
These activities align with the emotional literacy skills your child is learning at school. They are designed to support your child’s understanding of their emotions in a fun, imaginative way.
The Storm Scale
Understanding big and small feelings
The Storm Scale helps children recognise that feelings can vary in intensity — from small worries to overwhelming fear.
Lighthouse Helpers
Knowing when to ask for help
One of the most important emotional skills children can develop is recognising when they need support.
5-minute activities
These bite-sized activities are great for the days when you are short on time, but still want to connect with your child in a meaningful way.
Breathing activity
Breathing exercises are one of the most effective ways to calm a busy body or troubled mind. This activity transports your child into Tiny Cat’s world to make breathing practice part of the adventure.
Expressions activity
Learning to recognise emotions on other people’s faces is an important part of how children develop empathy. In this activity, children discover what different emotions look like and try them out for themselves.
Colouring activities
Colouring helps children to slow down and be present in the moment. These colouring activities are designed to promote mindfulness while keeping little hands busy.
“Please can you help us by writing a quote?”
Tiny Cat’s Letter
Exploring fear and courage in the tale of Tiny Cat and the Storm
Guidance
Helpful questions and phrases to support your child make sense of their feelings
Activities
Develop a greater understanding of emotions through play, movement and being creative
Resources
Recommended further reading and resources
Tiny Cat’s Letter
Exploring fear and courage in the tale of Tiny Cat and the Storm
Guidance
Helpful questions and phrases to support your child make sense of their feelings
Activities
Develop a greater understanding of emotions through play, movement and being creative
Resources
Recommended further reading and resources
