My Wellbeing – Year 1

Each of the 4 chapters opens with a page explaining the aims of that chapter, which JC key skills are covered in the chapter (and how). This page also shows teachers at a glance which Learning Outcomes are covered, gives the reader a brief introduction into the main topics of the chapter and reminds the student to ‘bring their avatar’ with them as they travel through the chapter. There are 5 avatars to choose from at the beginning of the book. Students can choose any of the 5 avatars to complete a variety of empathy activities throughout the book.
Avatars

To help build empathy, our authors created five avatars to travel on the journey with the students. They are Abbie, Bill, Caroline, Dara and Eya. Students choose an avatar to work with in the chapters. End-of-chapter activities encourage empathy towards their chosen avatar, others and themselves.
Empathy map

Activities at the end of each chapter help build empathy by asking students to consider a topic from that chapter from the point of view of their avatar. Step by step instructions support students as they walk through everyday problems their avatar may encounter.
Pair and group activities

Pair and group activities occur frequently and students are encourages to discuss their responses to questions with each other or in small groups.