Friends and Teen Talk
A fun and engaging social-emotional skills learning program for children and teens.
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Some children and teens have trouble making friends and handling their emotions. We can help!
Who is it for?
- Children and teens in Grades 4 – 9 who need extra support with social and emotional skills.
What to expect?
- Individualized or group sessions for children and teens to learn and practice skills for making friends and handling emotions.
- Sessions are offered with a skilled program facilitator.
- Instruction in the program involves explicit teaching of skills through discussions, practice, problem-solving and interactive activities.
- Children are encouraged to try skills outside of the sessions.
Program outline
- Building friendships
- Conversation skills
- Effective communication
- Managing emotions
- Challenging unhelpful thinking
- Coping strategies
- Handling bullying and conflict
- Building confidence
Why?
- Social-emotional learning has a positive impact on a wide range of outcomes, including academic performance, healthy relationships, mental wellness, and more.
The program is offered FREE of charge to residents of the City of Calgary.
Dates and Times:
Summer registration is now open!
Click here to learn more about our summer camps.
To Register:
Contact Jaime at [email protected].
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