Build your own buddy: manual kids group

Build your own Buddy consists of 11 group sessions for children (aged 5-7), including homework, a self-made buddy, and a picture book. By following the program, children learn to recognize their feelings. Importantly, they learn six strategies they can use when they feel upset. The children’s sessions run parallel to the parents’ sessions. The program for the parents is often identical to that of the children. Parents are also encouraged to discuss about the lessons from the sessions and to reflect on feelings and behavior of themselves and their children.