1st Edition

Conceptual PlayWorlds for Wellbeing A Resource Book for the Lonely Little Cactus

88 Pages 2 Color Illustrations
by Speechmark

88 Pages 2 Color Illustrations
by Speechmark

For effective use, this book should be purchased alongside the story book, The Lonely Little Cactus: A Story About Friendship, Coping, and Belonging . Both books can be purchased together as a set, Building Conceptual PlayWorlds for Wellbeing: The Lonely Little Cactus Story Book and Accompanying Resource Book. This vital resource uses the evidence-driven Conceptual PlayWorlds model of... Read more

1. PlayWorlds for wellbeing  2. An urgent message from Eagle  3. Little Cactus’ quest in Friendship Land  4. The Little Cactus finds out how to organise a playdate  5. Wise mermaid’s magic mirror  6. Helping Bat be included  7. From feeling unhappy to being a Superstar Snake  8. Anonymous acts of kindness  9. Grand opening of the Little Cactus movie 10. Feeling safe and designing a security system for the Deer Family  11. Message in a bottle  12. Working together for more than just treasure  13. Sneezing and wheezing: staying connected  14. Relaxing in the snow  15. The twinkle party  16. An acorn feast for Deer  17. Helping Eagle fly again  18. Breathing buddies  19. Celebration of strengths  20. A new friend  21. Compliments unlocked

Biography

Kelly-Ann Allen is an associate professor, educational and developmental psychologist, and belonging researcher at Monash University. You can find Kelly-Ann on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @drkellyallen. Resources for wellbeing and belonging can be found at www.drkellyallen.com.

Marilyn Fleer is an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow and holds the foundation chair in early childhood education and development at Monash University. She researches in the areas of early childhood science, engineering, and technologies with particular attention on digital visual methodology framed through cultural-historical theory. @MarilynFleer is on Twitter and Facebook.

Lara McKinley is an award-winning content producer and communications manager at Monash University. Lara partners with researchers to translate their work to maximise engagement and impact. You can find Lara online on Twitter @Lara_McKinley and LinkedIn and via her website, www.laramckinley.com.