<p>Quality Assured stories and lesson packs for KS1-KS2 covering a wide range of PSHE topics. Free resource. Squashing the worry monster. Story + lesson plan + resources.</p> <p>*“I used to know a monster who was scary, big and strong.<br /> But since I learned to squash him, we actually get along.” *</p> <p>This story helps children recognise and deal with worries. It is not a story that teaches implicitly about mental health. Rather, it equips children to recognise and articulate ‘the worry monster’ and adopt healthy behaviours to squash him.</p> <p>KS2. Positive strategies for children to manage anxiety, ensuring children are able recognise when to accept worry as a normal part of daily life and when to seek help.</p> <p>Produced for TES Resources members by The Curiosity Library, all of whose resources are quality assured by the PSHE Association.</p> <p>“We’re delighted to award our Quality Mark to the Curiosity Library, a new collection of stories and lesson packs for KS1-KS2 that help pupils learn more about themselves and the world they are growing up in.” The PSHE Association, October 2023.</p> <p>The stories in the Curiosity Library cover a wide range of important themes, from refugees and mental health, to tackling bullying and online safety. Each story is supported by a dedicated lesson plan and accompanying resources and teacher notes for effective delivery.</p> <p>More information at <a href="http://www.thecuriositylibrary.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.thecuriositylibrary.com</a><br /> Free membership at <a href="http://app.thecuriositylibrary.com/get-started?ref=tes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">app.thecuriositylibrary.com/get-started?ref=tes</a></p> <p>PSHE Association Subject Specialist, Florence Ackland, says:<br /> “Through engaging story-telling, and the friendly and relatable characters of the Curiosity Library, these lessons give pupils the opportunity to develop important knowledge, skills and attributes in relation to a range of vital PSHE education topics. Each lesson includes a range of activities and suggestions for adapting content for pupils who need additional challenge or support.”</p> <p>Thanks for your curiosity. Enjoy!</p>