As a teacher or parent, you know that children can experience anxiety just like adults. And, just like adults, children can benefit from having tools to help them cope with their anxiety. That's why we've created a fun, free printable worksheet that allows kids to design their own "worry monster."
A worry monster is a visual representation of the anxieties and worries that a child may have. By creating their own worry monster, children can take control of their anxieties and learn how to manage them.
To use this worksheet, simply print it out and have your child draw and color their own worry monster. Encourage them to think about the things that make them feel anxious and to represent those anxieties on the monster.
Once they've finished their monster, you can work together to come up with coping strategies to help them manage their anxieties. For example, if a child's worry monster has sharp teeth to represent their fear of going to the dentist, you can help them come up with ways to cope with that fear, such as deep breathing exercises or visualisation techniques.
The worksheet is not only fun for kids, but it also helps them to take control of their anxieties and learn effective coping strategies. Plus, it's a great way for parents and teachers to start a conversation with kids about anxiety and how to manage it.
You can download the free printable worksheet here. Remember that this worksheet is just one tool to help children deal with their anxiety and it's important to also seek professional help if the child's anxiety is interfering with their daily life.
We hope you and your child enjoy using this worksheet to create your own worry monster and to help combat children's anxiety. Don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list for future updates on free worksheets!