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Helping children understand how to bounce back when life feels tricky
This empowering first episode in Series 3: Building Resilience introduces children to the core concept of resilience—what it means, why it matters, and how to practise it. Through Sophie’s story about rebuilding her toppled tower, children learn that mistakes and setbacks are part of learning, and that trying again builds strength and confidence.
With supportive storytelling, structured reflection, and practical challenges, this resource equips children with the mindset to keep going even when things don’t go to plan.
What’s Included:
Guided Audio Episode – A calm, story-led session following Sophie’s journey from frustration to triumph. Transcript included to support flexible delivery and inclusion.
Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal filled with reflection questions, real-life challenges, drawing prompts, and a resilience-building weekly challenge.
Teacher Guide – A 12-page structured teaching resource offering lesson steps, discussion questions, scaffolding strategies, and resilience vocabulary support.
Key Themes:
Resilience means trying again after challenges or failure
Setbacks are normal and often helpful
Three resilience benefits: We Learn and Grow, We Feel Proud, We Stay Positive
Mistakes are opportunities to build strength, not signs of weakness
Learning Outcomes:
Children explore the idea of resilience through relatable examples
Pupils reflect on their own experiences with challenge and success
Guided tasks support the development of growth mindset and self-belief
Practical strategies help children bounce back in real-world situations
This episode lays the foundation for a resilient classroom culture—where every child is encouraged to try, reflect, and grow, no matter how many times they fall along the way.
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