A gentle, practical resource to help children understand and reshape their self-talk.

#HugWords coming soon…

#NationalLibraryWeek

Libraries are free and everyone is welcome

#HugWords

Couldn’t put this one down. Over Catastrophising Daily by Sharon Brisley-Moore #OCD

Rose’s nose!

You and your pussycat nose

#caturday

Cat-lapped by two elderly Burmese darlings this #Caturday afternoon.

Positive feedback from a deputy head of a primary school ⬇️

“Absolutely loved Hug Words. Gave me goosebumps at the end. It’s such a beautiful, gentle story focusing on the small things that can bring joy.”

#HugsWords #SelfAcceptance

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE
But is there much of a difference?

#differentnotless #SEND #justlikeeveryoneelse #library #childrensbook #hugwords

Libraries are free and everyone is welcome

I’m ready for this grown-up collection of poems by J Seigal! Keep us posted

Our website has information specifically created for children and young people on understanding what bullying is and how to cope if they, or someone they know, is being bullied.

Head to www.respectme.org.uk/information-young to download our anti-bullying guide and more!

Had the absolute honour of doing a school visit to Amberley Court School. A school full of stars - pupils and staff. Compassion, curiosity and belonging in action. #SEMH

A green graphic shows the SBB logo and a small headshot of Dr Daniel Hayes, Senior Research Fellow. There is a quote from Daniel, which reads: "Children and young people’s mental and physical health has reached a crisis point. Despite this significant need for youth social prescribing, and growing momentum and interest, its potential is unrealised. SPYN is a fantastic network that has the potential to drive work in this space forwards by mobilising stakeholders, providing training and networking opportunities, and sharing good practice."

Our newsletter to Social Prescribing Youth Network (SPYN) members just landed 📨

Take a look & join for free if you're interested in bringing #SocialPrescribing and its benefits to younger generations. We'll be sharing research, resources, events & more!

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Having a cuppa in Costa and looking at raw steak.

Hooray for PLR day! Thank you to everyone who borrows books from libraries - and an extra big thank you if you have ever borrowed Mud Boy. When people borrow books from libraries, they’re not only supporting libraries - they’re also supporting authors directly.
#PLR #BookSky

Hadn’t planned on name-checking you when I spoke to the Primary PGCE students at Swansea Uni last week - but you can’t keep a good book down! @adrianbethune.bsky.social

Feedback like this reminds us why stories are powerful tools for wellbeing.

Please share Mud Boy with children - it might just change a bullied child’s life.

#Antibullying #TeamMudBoy #EduSky #Kidscape #Wellbeing #PHSE #PrimarySchool #TeacherSky #Librarian #Libraries #KindnessMatters #BeKind #ALN

Teachers often message me and it’s a pleasure to give support.

Hi Sarah,
Thank you so much for these - the book has gone down an absolute storm in Year 5 - just the right book at just the right time.

If we make any work from our discussions around the book could I send you a couple of pictures?

Happy Christmas 🎄

The hair may be longer, but the message is the same: #antibullyingweek is over, but the fight against bullying goes on. Kidscape does incredible work all year round, and Mud Boy is a great book for schools to use whenever they need it.

#powerforgood
#antibullyingweek2025 #antibullyingweek

Message from a headteacher

"I was really intrigued to find out if someone had actually nailed the hard subject of verbal bullying in a story we would be able to share with all the children. I don't have the words to adequately describe how powerful a tale I find Mud Boy to be!

#PowerForGood

We all have the power to do good!
This #AntiBullyingWeek, we pledge to always use our #PowerForGood to safely speak up and raise awareness when we see bullying.
Let’s make the world free from bullying for every child!
Make your pledge too at bit.ly/4lzDafp

Konnie Huq reading Mud Boy for Anti-Bullying Week YouTube video by Words by Sarah Siggs

Konnie Huq reading Mud Boy #PowerForGood #AntiBullyingWeek

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Get caught reading Mud Boy, this #AntiBullyingWeek

If you’re in Littlehampton on the afternoon of the 10th November, come and show me your socks! #OddSocksDay #AntiBullyingWeek #PowerforGood

The theme #PowerForGood encourages children to recognise their ability to make positive change through kindness, empathy, and courage.

#AntiBullyingWeek
#PowerForGood
This week (10th to 14th November 2025) marks Anti-Bullying Week across the UK

I’m #OddSocksDay ready! 🧦
#AntiBullyingWeek2025 #PowerForGood

Grief has floored you right now. I hope life takes your hand and helps you up soon. Sending love.

If you’re in Littlehampton on the afternoon of the 10th November, come and show me your socks! #OddSocksDay #AntiBullyingWeek #PowerforGood