Hug Words is a wellbeing resource for primary schools inspired by the 5 Ways to Wellbeing #mindfulkids #socialemotionallearning #happyclassrooms #childrensbook #positiveparenting #wellbeinginschools #fivewaystowellbeing #primarywellbeing #positiveclassrooms #teacherresources #mentalhealthmatters

Unexpected item in the life area. I was not expecting cataract surgery last Friday - or this side of 80, to be fair!

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Why our exams need to change youtu.be/M5_zj2FZ6KY?...

I’ve just discovered the problem I’m having with reading is due to a cataract. It’s a defining moment and reminds me of the first time I felt my upper arms wobble as I waved. I laughed then and I’m laughing now. Are you actually joking, body?!

Internal dialogue matters #HugWords book

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

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

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

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! mailchi.mp/ucl/hello-fr...

Libraries are free and everyone is welcome. libraries.westsussex.gov.uk/wellbeing-mo...

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 #PowerForGood #AntiBullyingWeek youtube.com/watch?v=Addf...

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

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

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

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

Thank you for this book. I love that it encourages our children to communicate and share their experiences so we can connect and support them. Parent of an 8 year old uk.jkp.com/products/mud...

Hug Words has been successful in securing an award! Our book is now being supported by JAZZ™ apples. #mindfulness #healthyeating #NHS #5WaysToWellbeing

The deep impact bullying has on a child doesn’t end when the bullying stops, it clings onto parts of them for the rest of their life. Many adults talk with pain - or can’t talk at all - about the bullying that happened to them in the past. Bullying is for life, not just for schooldays. #antibullying

Spent a lovely #BookshopDay at my local bookshop in Littlehampton. Will be back there again next month sporting a pair of odd socks for #antibullyingweek

Are you thinking of purchasing a copy of Mud Boy to use during #antibullyingweek? May I ask that you support a small, independent bookshop in Littlehampton? If you already have a copy of Mud Boy, there are plenty of other great books. arcadebookshop.com

I’m a trier. I’ll give myself that.

#Neurodivergent #Autistic #ADHD #inclusion #Dyslexia crowd are you in work ? Fill this survey in. Rebecca Killick is working on figuring out what works in work! So take part in the survey here ⬇️🙏🙏🙏 www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/THRIVE_sur...

An ancient piece of wisdom: Kind words are like honey - they cheer you up and make you feel strong. Proverbs 16:24

Thank you @ssiggs.bsky.social for this wonderful book - this is going to be brilliant to use in school and the notes are so helpful in exploring the book.

MUD BOY addresses the issue of bullying in a sensitive way that captures the emotions of young children who are being bullied. It's also empowering as it offers the child solutions. Helen Cowie, Professor at the University of Surrey and a leading expert on bullying.

Hug Words Have you played #WinAGrin yet? #5WaysToWellbeing #connect #learn #active #notice #give youtu.be/mZ9qlikAw78?...

Got a child about to leave for Uni? Ask friends and family to email you their favourite foolproof recipe - invariably they’ll add a memory and best wishes too. Print it off and folder it together. Makes a really special gift - and keeps you busy! #emptynest #leavinghome

Me: offers free book. Internet: nah, you’re alright. 😂