https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq The following resources and books are some of my favourite. Some are recently listed titles on the ALR and some are online. en-us 2021-06-16 16:53:57 UTC 2025-11-17 00:41:26 UTC hello@padlet.com flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630280930 Text, questions, and examples of self-reflection pages. Copy this link https://www.apa.org/pubs/magination/covid-19-help-kids-cope ]]> 2021-06-29 15:32:42 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630280930 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630283952 Explanation of mental health states, the role of the brain in mental health -- could be useful for both teachers and students. http://mentalhealthliteracy.org/wp-content/uploads/resources_march_2019/Module2_PowerPoint.pdf]]> 2021-06-29 15:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630283952 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630290321 A wonderful book from Orca Publishing.]]> 2021-06-29 15:40:53 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630290321 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630332531 This title is on the ALR NSSBB#
Read a summary about the book here and think about how it might address components of mental health literacy?https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/ways-to-make-sunshine-9781547600564/]]> 2021-06-29 16:18:17 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630332531 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630335897 A sweet and gentle story with lots of places to pause to answer questions and have discussions along the way. What mental health literacy concepts in Grades P-2 would sharing this story together address?  https://www.apa.org/pubs/magination/covid-19-help-kids-cope ]]> 2021-06-29 16:21:41 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630335897 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630356068 Around 6 hours in length and can be done in multiple sittings over time, this free training is a helpful and wonderful tool teachers and parents.]]> 2021-06-29 16:40:35 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630356068 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630361524 Find the Youtube clip and watch to learn about these modules, or read over the description. ]]> 2021-06-29 16:46:00 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630361524 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630377640 If you haven't already seen this, have a look through this PDF document and look for books that might be of interest for your grade level/s. Which books would you like to have in your classroom?]]> 2021-06-29 17:00:59 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630377640 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630386355 From the Canadian Centre for Child Protection who developed Kids in the Know -- a key resource for learning and teaching in Health Education, a print copy was provided to all schools with grades P-3. Review a read aloud of the story or browse the PDF. This titles is in French and English.]]> 2021-06-29 17:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630386355 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630388572 https://protectchildren.ca/pdfs/C3P_BigFeelingsComeAndGo_storybook_en.pdf

]]> 2021-06-29 17:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630388572 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630451938 This teacher resource, from Scholastic, and on the ALR, has some good lesson ideas to address curriculum outcomes related to the brain and its function. Click on the "see inside" button to get a preview.]]> 2021-06-29 18:18:03 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630451938 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630457094 This teacher resource, from Scholastic, and on the ALR, has some good lesson ideas to address curriculum outcomes related to the brain and its function. Click on the "see inside" button to get a preview.]]> 2021-06-29 18:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1630457094 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637687870 A lovely story about acknowledging difference and the impact of positive self-image on mental healt]]> 2021-07-05 19:28:15 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637687870 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637699905 Developed by the Dairy Farmers of Canada, this book series for grades 1-4 has recurring characters, one of whom is Mi'kmaw, discover new understanding about how food contributes to health and well-being. This series contains a big book and little books for small reading groups, and they are free. Healthy eating contributes to mental health because what is healthy for the brain is good for all aspects of health and well-being.]]> 2021-07-05 19:45:19 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637699905 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637706412 A great read aloud to learn about the brain, its parts and their functions, and importantly health behaviours that contribute to the health of the brain.]]> 2021-07-05 19:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637706412 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637714462 This teacher resource, from Scholastic, and on the ALR, has some good lesson ideas to address curriculum outcomes related to the brain and its function. Click on the "see inside" button to get a preview.]]> 2021-07-05 20:05:22 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1637714462 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1647565100 Think about gendered messages about expectations of males and mental health. Any thoughts how this book could be used in the classroom?]]> 2021-07-13 11:28:46 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1647565100 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649659358 It's important to begin to introduce new words and a growing vocabulary to describe feelings and label emotions. Here is a list I keep close at hand.]]> 2021-07-14 16:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649659358 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649730504 Simply the best book I have read on the topic of sleep and I have not thought about sleep the same way since. The book is listed on the book bureau, but here is Dr. Matthew Walker talking with Rich Roll on the Rich Roll Podcast where it is said that "sleep is your superpower". I believe it!]]> 2021-07-14 17:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649730504 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649736566 Published in 2012, this is still a wonderful resource for learning and  teaching about grief. Teachers told us that they wanted to see the topic of grief to students in grades 4-6. The renewed Health Education has added grief and coping with loss and grief to the curriculum. This guide will help with how to introduce the concept to students in various age ranges, including P-3 and 4-6 and above.


]]> 2021-07-14 17:51:38 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1649736566 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651217086 Likely one of many, but this could be done virtually. This video is for Grades 3-5.]]> 2021-07-15 13:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651217086 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651313422 From Magination Press and available on the book bureau. Asking for help is an important mental health, and health literacy skills. It's not easy to ask for help no matter how old one is. Asking a safe adult for help is a concept reinforced every year in health education.]]> 2021-07-15 15:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651313422 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651327824 Hands down one of my favourite read alouds that I have listed these past few years. I think this could be read aloud P-6. Have a listen.]]> 2021-07-15 15:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651327824 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651333810 This was a totally new concept for me when I came across it in a professional resource in our library. Read over pages 20-21. Think about your classroom collection. Is your classroom library and the books you highlight an equal balance of mirror and window books?]]> 2021-07-15 15:36:07 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651333810 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651356237 This little book highlights ways of coping with strong and difficult feelings.]]> 2021-07-15 15:58:19 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1651356237 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1662129189 I loved Front Desk -- a great book to discuss privilege, experience of newcomers, point out and discuss microaggressions, and a host of other important social justice topics. Here is Kelly Yang's website. It's worth checking out.]]> 2021-07-27 13:30:15 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1662129189 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1663319177 Another article worth reading.]]> 2021-07-28 17:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1663319177 flinnnj https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1664129879 2021-07-29 14:09:01 UTC https://padlet.com/flinnnj/w8lv8bf3almm0xcq/wish/1664129879