An assembly that explores feelings and our inner voice. It looks at how pupils can focus on positive thoughts and there is a challenge at the end for some pupils to try over the course of the following week. There is also a link to an animation on Youtube.

Two assemblies about tolerance, homosexuality and normality Assembly 1 - Uses Mussolini's WWII treatment of homosexuals to discuss tolerance Assembly 2 - Focuses on 3 history periods to discuss how tolerance society was. Also links to Rigby murder

An assembly that looks at honesty and fairness when treating others. Includes: - References to examples of poor guidance and how to improve this - Talks about giving feedback in lessons and being critical - A story that shows us how failure is easy to come across and why it is a key part of growing - Reference to effort and guidance as keys to developing growth mindset thinking. Also links for the teacher to read in the note section - A challenge for pupils to complete over the course of the week.

A philosophic assembly based around the question: What could you do right now that your future self would thank you for? Lots of thinking here for your pupils! Also includes references to a bucket list and then back to how pupils could make changes now in school to help them later.

An assembly or presentation about Halloween that includes facts and figures from the UK and USA. Also includes: - A look at the traditions and history of Halloween - Ways children can stay safe - Reference to stories, notes about Halloween (on slide notes) and links to further information to help you present it how you wish.

A comprehensive 12 page whole school CPD booklet focused on: Setting up collaboration research groups amongst your staff focused on school key priorities Research cycle and forms for groups to complete Rationale on introducing research groups A focus on Solution Focused Coaching to assist with research, including a detailed rationale. I have introduced this across two schools in the past, including one outside of my trust. The document is editable for leaders to amend priorities and add names of teachers. I have left priorities and rationale as examples. If you would like further assistance with embedding the CPD then please contact me.

Two assemblies (linked) about emotional wellbeing. Includes: An explanation of emotions and how they link to the brain An interactive game to get pupils thinking about empathy A description of Dan Siegel’s hand model Ways pupils could improve their mental wellbeing Slide notes to help with the delivery of the assembly You can adapt the assemblies to your settings. If you would like more information on emotional wellbeing CPD or further assistance then email me on dan@talkingleaders.co.uk

Linked to my Emotion Coaching Pocketbook resource here in TES, this bundle of resources will give schools and staff some key documents to help you roll out Emotion Coaching in your setting. This includes: An 11 page workshop information booklet that can be printed for staff and pupils. Full of useful information about what emotion coaching is, and how to use it. An activity to use with staff and pupils to develop Emotion Coaching conversations An appraisal document for leaders to use to assess what is working well, and areas for development A questionnaire and record for peer coaches to record progress of emotion coaching conversations. Contact me if you would like further guidance on implementing Emotion Coaching in your setting, including bespoke CPD sessions delivered either online, or face to face.

A 30 page pocketbook which provides a bite-size overview of emotion coaching and how it can be embedded in schools. Over 6 chapters the booklet gives teachers, support staff, SENCo’s and leaders: A step by step approach to Emotion Coaching Examples of how Emotion Coaching could look in primary and secondary schools The Neuroscience behind Emotion Coaching Emotional Wellbeing and how it links to Mindfulness Peer Emotion Coaching for students Use this booklet with my resources for training and Peer Emotion Coaching which will help you embed the tool in your school. Contact me if you would like to know more about Emotion Coaching, or if you would like help with running Emotion Coaching CPD in your school.