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Helping children cope with unexpected change and find the silver lining

In this thoughtful and practical episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children learn that disappointment is a natural part of life—and one we can learn to manage with calm, creativity, and confidence. Through Mia’s rainy day story and three simple reflective steps, pupils explore what it means to be let down and how to find something good in a tricky moment.

This episode supports emotional resilience by giving children the language, structure, and strategies to understand disappointment and respond with optimism and flexibility.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode – A calm, story-led session where Mia learns how to turn a ruined plan into something joyful. Includes a full transcript for inclusive and flexible teaching.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal filled with personal reflections, scenario-based questions, a silver lining plan, and a creative drawing task.

Teacher Guide – A comprehensive 12-page guide including structured lesson planning, differentiated strategies, scaffolded emotional vocabulary, and discussion points.

Key Themes:

Disappointment is a normal and temporary feeling

Three key steps: Pause, Name the Feeling, Find the Silver Lining

Building resilience through reflection, creativity, and adaptability

Turning emotional setbacks into learning opportunities

Ideal For:

PSHE and wellbeing sessions

Supporting pupils with low mood, frustration, or change

Calm-down corners, nurture groups, or emotional regulation lessons

Learning Outcomes:

Pupils learn to identify and describe feelings of disappointment

Children practise three structured response strategies

Creative tasks support problem-solving and reframing challenges

Story-based reflection builds empathy and emotional insight

This episode helps children understand that things don’t always go to plan—and that’s okay. With calm reflection and the right tools, they can learn from disappointment and discover new ways forward.

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Complete Series 2 Teacher Guides and pupil Workbooks

Series 2 – Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison Series Title: Emotions in Everyday Life In Series 2, children explore how to manage their emotions in real-life situations that feel familiar and relatable—from morning routines and classroom pressures to family arguments and bedtime worries. Each episode is crafted with calming storytelling, emotional tools, and reflection challenges that help children practise emotional regulation throughout the day. This series is especially useful for EYFS and KS1 pupils learning how to carry emotional awareness into their daily routines at home and school. Episode Guide: Morning Mood – Starting the Day with a Positive Mindset Children discover three simple morning habits—stretching, thinking positively, and deep breathing—to start the day feeling ready and calm. Handling Disappointment – Coping When Things Don’t Go as Planned Pupils learn how to pause, name their feelings, and find a “silver lining” when faced with setbacks, helping to build resilience and adaptability. Friendship Feelings – Managing Emotions in Friendships This episode focuses on listening with ears, eyes, and heart. Children reflect on how empathy and careful listening help friendships grow stronger. Family Dynamics – Navigating Emotions at Home Children explore how emotions at home can feel intense and learn how to stay calm, express themselves using “I feel” statements, and work through conflicts together. School Time Emotions – Staying Calm and Focused in Class Through relatable classroom examples, pupils practise calming strategies such as deep breathing, using encouraging self-talk, and imagining a peaceful “calm spot”. Bedtime Feelings – Winding Down and Reflecting on the Day Children are guided through a peaceful bedtime routine using the “bedtime balloon” technique to let go of worries, reflect on the day, and prepare positively for tomorrow. Core Aims of Series 2: Apply emotional awareness to everyday life Practise calming techniques across different settings Build confidence in managing common challenges with empathy and thoughtfulness Support daily wellbeing routines in both school and home environments Mindful Moments continues to support calm, kind classrooms by equipping children with lifelong tools for emotional resilience and reflection.

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