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Course Description

This course supports teachers in fostering resilience, confidence, and mindfulness in young learners through practical strategies and activities. It explores play-based learning, positive reinforcement, and mindfulness techniques to support emotional regulation, peer connections, and social skills. Participants will learn to integrate these practices into daily routines, engage families, and create inclusive classrooms where every child feels supported and valued. 



Audience

Lower Primary School Teachers 


Teaching Standards

4.1.2 Proficient Level - Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments - Support student participation:  Establish and implement inclusive and positive interactions to engage and support all students in classroom activities


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Participant Feedback


"A great amount of resources shared that can be utilised in the classroom. A great course that explains the reasoning behind teaching students and how to teach students, that supports their wellbeing."



"Excellent examples on creating resilient, confident students."



"I liked the YouTube clips at the start to give a better understanding about resilience and how to praise students in a way that will build their self-empowerment."

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Module 1 – Understanding Wellbeing in Young Students

    • Introduction

    • Definition and Importance of Wellbeing for Primary-Age Children

    • The Australian Student Wellbeing Framework

    • The Role of Resilience, Confidence, and Mindfulness in Student Development

    • Recognising Emotions in Oneself and Others

    • Identifying Common Challenges for Young Students

    • Reflection Question

    • Reference List for Module 1
  • 3

    Module 2 – Building Resilience Through Play

    • Introduction

    • Resilience in Early Childhood

    • Teaching Children That Mistakes Are Part of Learning

    • Class Activity - Personalising Mistakes - Learning Through Storytelling

    • Story-Based Strategies: Using Age-Appropriate Books to Demonstrate Resilience

    • Simple Problem-Solving Activities

    • Reflection Question

    • Reference List for Module 2
  • 4

    Module 3 – Cultivating Confidence in Young Learners

    • Introduction

    • Introduction to Confidence in Early Childhood

    • Building Self-Esteem Through Positive Reinforcement

    • Helping Children Identify Their Strengths

    • Creating a “You Can Do It” Classroom Culture

    • Scenario-Based Activity

    • Reference List for Module 3
  • 5

    Module 4 – Introducing Mindfulness to Early Learners

    • Introduction

    • Introduction to Mindfulness in Early Childhood

    • The Basics of Mindfulness: Simple Breathing Techniques

    • Fun, Hands-On Mindfulness Activities

    • Using Mindfulness to Manage Big Feelings

    • Zones of Regulation - Supporting Emotional Awareness

    • Scenario Activity - Applying Mindfulness in the Classroom

    • Reference List for Module 4
  • 6

    Module 5 – Creating a Wellbeing Classroom

    • Introduction

    • Integrating Resilience, Confidence, and Mindfulness into Daily Routines

    • Encouraging Peer Kindness and Cooperation

    • Tips for Communicating with Families About Wellbeing Strategies

    • Wellbeing Check-Ins

    • Classroom Activity – One-Week Wellbeing Routine Plan

    • Teacher Goal-Setting Activity: Implementing a Wellbeing Routine

    • Reference List for Module 5
  • 7

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

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