Vie Youre a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem by Poppy O Neill

Vie Youre a Star: A Child’s Guide to Self-Esteem by Poppy O Neill is a practical guide created to support children who may be experiencing low self-esteem. It is aimed at children aged 7–11 and uses activities and guidance designed for this age group.

Key details

• Author: Poppy O Neill
• Guide focused on self-esteem in children
• Aimed at children aged 7–11
• Combines cognitive-behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools with simple activities
• Includes tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents
• Features Bop, a friendly and supportive character who guides children through the activities

Synopsis

This guide explores signs that a child may be struggling with self-esteem, such as feeling isolated, finding it difficult to join in socially, or worrying about what others think. It also considers uncertainty about how they feel about themselves.

Using cognitive-behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools, it brings together straightforward activities intended to help children build self-esteem during the ages of 7–11. Children are guided through the activities with the help of Bop, alongside tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.