Colour the explorer’s compass whilst learning about the values: courage, kindness, curiosity and honesty. Printable coming soon.
EXPLORE A LITTLE FURTHER
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Explore the ideas behind Life Explorer and activities you can complete together.
Behind
the book.
Life Explorer is inspired by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an approach centred on being present, making room for feelings and acting on our values.
Read it for the adventure, allowing ample room for discussion. Browse the activities below for more in-depth activities and conversation starters.
The ACT principles behind the story
Acceptance
Making room for thoughts and feelings, including the uncomfortable ones.
Cognitive defusion
Unhooking from the unhelpful thoughts and feelings pulling us off course.
The present moment
Bringing our attention back to what is happening right now.
Self as context
Recognising the part of us that can notice thoughts and feelings as they change.
Values
Choosing the qualities we want to live by, such as kindness and courage.
Committed action
Taking steps guided by our values, even when things feel difficult.
FOR GROWN-UPS WHO WANT TO LEARN MORE
Explore ACT a little further with these recommended readings.
Activity Sheets
Keep the conversation going.
Five printable activity sheets are coming soon. Here’s a first look.
Little Explorers
AGES 3–5How does the weather make you feel? Explore key feelings through changing weather systems, including sunny skies, clouds and storms. Printable coming soon.
Young Explorers
AGES 6–8Help your young explorer choose the values that matter to them and create a compass of their own. Printable coming soon.
Inspired by Russ Harris. Practise noticing thoughts and feelings, reconnecting with the present moment and finding a little steadiness. Printable coming soon.
For grown-ups
EXPLORE TOGETHERQuestions to help children and grown-ups talk about feelings, values and everyday choices. Printable coming soon.