Health and Wellbeing Family Update 5
\nWe hope you have enjoyed the great weather over the last few weeks and are spending
\nsome time exercising outside.
\nIt is great to hear that our pupils are engaging in remote learning \u2013 remember you can
\ndo this at the times that best suit your own family and your own needs. This might be
\nabout the number of devices you have in the house or when parents and carers are able
\nto help. Some of this learning will be about your health and wellbeing, and remember
\nthat if you are finding any of your school work hard then you can still ask your teachers
\nfor support. They will be there to help!
\nThis fifth update gives more advice to families about how to stay healthy during
\nlockdown \u2013 mentally and physically.
\nPhysical Health
\nFitness Apps
\nIf you fancy a change from Joe Wicks, you might like to try out one of the many
\nfitness apps available. This article recommends the \u201cbest fitness apps to keep in shape
\nduring lockdown.\u201d
\nActivities for Younger Children
\nThe pack linked above, called Maypole Madness, has a brilliant list of activities for all
\nages during May. For example, on page 8, there is a list of activities linked to sensory
\nplay for young children.
\nGarden Activities
\nIn the same Maypole Madness pack, on page 6, there is a list of fun garden and outdoor
\nactivities for the whole family. Let\u2019s hope the sun stays out!
\nActive Schools East Renfrewshire
\nPlease keep checking out our Active Schools Twitter to stay up to date with
\ntheir suggestions and especially their weekly sports challenges which are posted every
\nWednesday.
\nMental Health
\nThe National Parent Forum of Scotland
\nThis group have produced guidance for parents on supporting children\u2019s learning this
\nterm. This includes the key point that \u201cthe most important thing is to make sure that
\nyour children and your family are safe and supported to cope with the challenging
\ncircumstances.\u201d
\nHealthier Minds
\nHealthier Minds is East Renfrewshire\u2019s guide to supporting the mental wellbeing of
\nchildren and young people. The \u2018Talking about Covid-19\u2019 section is being updated
\nregularly by Educational Psychology Service and there are links to other useful
\nwebsites. You can find more on Twitter @eastreneps
\nOn the website, you will find a Children\u2019s Guide to Coronavirus produced by the
\nChildren\u2019s Commissioner. Everything is explained in clear, plain language.
\nWe would especially like to draw your attention to a new document which EPS have
\ncreated, It\u2019s Normal To Feel Like This\u2026 Covid-19: A Guide For Young People. There is
\na lot of information available on the different ways we may cope at the moment, but
\nlittle on how we might be feeling. This Young Person\u2019s Guide aims to normalise these
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