101 practical, creative and adaptable ideas that will help to foster self-awareness and empathy in children, young people and adults.

Teachers, therapists and parents struggle with children and teenagers who have difficulty understanding the feelings of others. Many children are growing up in situations, often involving neglect and abuse, that result in their having little awareness of their own needs and the needs of people around them.

Provides practical ideas for changing attitudes and behaviours, and emphasises the importance of early application, as well as an overview of our understanding of why empathy and awareness are essential and how they develop in young children, and their social relationships.

• Who am I? Practical ideas for developing a sense of self and identity;
• What are my needs? Finding a voice to express what the youngster really needs from others;
• Where am I going? Possible choices and pathways that for the future;
• Who is coming with me? Friendships and support, learning to trust others;
• When do I start? The importance of now, letting go of past hurts and moving on.

Includes clear guidelines on application and development and a sound framework and explanation of creative and playful ways to apply these ideas and activities.