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Moodboosters

Fun curriculum-linked resources to inspire children to get moving for mental health and wellbeing

Fun activities for children centring on relationships and how to recognise emotions in others through empathy.

  • Wave of Thanks

    TV presenter and medical doctor Dr Ranj uses the gesture of waving to spread thanks in this classroom activity for primary school children.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Rock, Paper, Scissors

    Rhys Stephenson and Joe Tasker lead the class in an epic Rock, Paper, Scissors showdown to help promote the virtue of patience and giving things time.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Pass It On

    Paralympian and TV presenter Ade Adepitan guides pupils to use a combination of movements and facial gestures to spread kindness and friendliness.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • LOL Selfies

    Rhys Stephenson and Joe Tasker get pupils to pull funny faces in this classroom activity to help overcome feelings of shyness and boost confidence.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Copy Me

    Rhys Stephenson and George Webster ask pupils to copy each other’s movements to validate how they feel and create a sense of importance.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

Energetic activities encouraging primary school children to use movement and positive thinking to build self-esteem.

  • Emotion in Motion

    In this classroom activity, Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden demonstrates how primary school pupils can explore different emotions through movement

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Volume Up

    Rhys Stephenson and George Webster encourage primary school pupils to join in with a body percussion routine to inspire confidence and self-belief.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Dance Party Mega Mix

    Strictly Come Dancing champion Oti Mabuse encourages primary school pupils to have fun by practicing unique dance moves to energise the class

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Boat Race

    Paralympian Ade Adepitan shows primary school pupils that it’s ok to go wrong from time to time through a combination of rowing, jumping and leaning

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Animal Safari

    Olympic Gold Medallist Bethany Shriever uses movement and exercises to help primary school children recognise the importance of taking time to pause and reflect.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

Learning resources promoting creativity and optimism in children, encouraging them to envision their goals.

  • Imagine – Show Time with Amy Dowden

    Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden asks pupils to use their imagination to perform in a spectacular cabaret show to help celebrate their uniqueness and show courage

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Classroom Sleepwalking with Evie Pickerill

    CBeebies presenter Evie Pickerill snaps in and out of sleepwalk role play to remind pupils they are ultimately in control of their own emotions

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Future Thinkers with Rhys Stephenson

    CBBC presenter Rhys Stephenson steps into a time machine and encourages primary school children to dream big and imagine future job roles

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Life is a Rollercoaster with Ade Adepitan

    Ade Adepitan gets pupils to imagine they’re on a rollercoaster to symbolise the ups and downs of life and remind them they can control different feelings

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Proud Peacocks with Bethany Shriever

    Olympics champion Bethany Shriever leads this classroom activity using animal-inspired movements to help pupils regain control over their emotional state

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

Classroom activities to help children become aware of the importance of self-care, whilst building resilience.

  • Jungle Stretch

    In this fun classroom activity, CBeebies presenter Evie Pickerill uses slow, still and dynamic movements to encourage flexibility and mindfulness.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • LOL Time

    Rhys Stephenson and Joe Tasker lead this classroom activity that encourages children to work in pairs and make their partners laugh.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Breathe and Be

    In this classroom activity, Strictly Come Dancing champion Oti Mabuse inspires pupils to explore breathwork and conscious movement.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Power Off

    Dr Ranj Singh slows things down and gets pupils to be present and recognise when they're feeling tense to help them feel calmer and more focused.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • A Moment in Nature

    TV presenter Rhys Stephenson encourages primary school pupils to employ all of their five senses to enable them to deal with the day ahead.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez try out some Family Moodboosters

Try a Moodbooster activity at home to get your family moving and feeling good!

Try a Moodbooster activity at home to get your family moving and feeling good!

  • Wacky Workout

    Dr Ranj Singh leads a call and response ‘campfire’ song for the whole family about being able to change negative moods to positive using movement.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Meditation Station – Feeling Thankful

    Ade Adepitan leads a short gratitude exercise for families which encourages everyone to slow down and think about the bigger picture.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Yee Haw!

    Oti Mabuse uses basic line dancing steps the whole household can join in with to encourage everyone to think one step at a time when things get difficult.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • We Are Champions

    Olympian Bethany Shriever encourages each household member to try out a variety of dance styles representing the ups and downs of being a champion.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11
  • Dance Party Mega Mix

    Oti Mabuse encourages each member of the household to join in with fun dance moves to help increase energy levels and make everyone feel good.

    • Attribution
      KS1/KS2 • Ages 5-11

Moodboosters: Four keys to unlocking pupil mental health

Primary school teacher and early years specialist Lucy Kirkbright explains how the new BBC Moodboosters resources can help improve children's mental health.