Free Mental Health Comprehension | Year 5 | HASS / Personal Development | BookFlik
Boost your classroom wellbeing resources with our free HASS / Personal Development mental health comprehension year 5 core activity. Designed specifically for the Australian Curriculum (ACARA), this engaging worksheet helps pupils explore the complexities of emotions, resilience, and the importance of self-care.
In this lesson, children join our BookFlik characters, Leo the Lion and Nova the Owl, as they navigate a gentle story about managing big feelings and finding balance during a busy school week. By reading this narrative, students will learn to identify common triggers for stress, understand the importance of talking to a trusted adult, and discover healthy coping strategies such as mindfulness and physical activity.
This HASS / Personal Development mental health comprehension year 5 core resource is perfectly aligned with the Statutory Relationships and Health Education guidance. It encourages pupils to reflect on their own mental wellbeing, fostering empathy and emotional literacy. Teachers can use this material as a standalone lesson, a guided reading session, or a calm-down activity for form time. The content is written to be accessible yet thought-provoking, ensuring that all pupils at the expected standard can engage meaningfully with the subject matter.
Included are 5 to 7 questions that move from simple recall—such as identifying how Leo feels when he is overwhelmed—to deeper application, where students are asked to suggest advice for a friend. By integrating this HASS / Personal Development mental health comprehension year 5 core worksheet into your planning, you provide a safe, structured space for children to discuss their feelings openly.
Our materials use British English spelling and UK currency examples where relevant, ensuring they are ready to print and use immediately. Whether you are looking to support your school’s pastoral care programme or simply want to encourage more open conversations about emotional health, this resource is an essential addition to your teaching toolkit. Download today to support your students on their journey towards emotional intelligence and resilience.
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