Primary school wellbeing & literacy program

  • Bring Classroom Wellbeing to Life with There’s a Monster on My Shoulder
  • Structured 5-week program | Teacher & student guides | Physical book included

program overview

School Wellbeing Program (5-Week Unit)
A ready-to-implement, structured and curriculum-aligned 5-week wellbeing program, built around the story There’s a Monster on My Shoulder, that integrates literacy and social-emotional learning, proactively supporting emotional regulation, resilience, and positive self-identity in primary students.

the problem it solves

Schools are increasingly prioritising student wellbeing as a foundational element of learning and engagement. However, meaningful implementation requires more than isolated activities — it requires structure, consistency, and clear curriculum alignment. This 5-week unit provides a proactive, ready-to-implement framework that integrates social-emotional learning into everyday classroom practice while strengthening literacy outcomes.

what's included

📘 1 Physical Copy of There’s a Monster on My Shoulder
A professionally published children’s book used as the anchor text for the 5-week unit. The story supports students in externalising anxiety and exploring emotional awareness through a safe and engaging narrative.

📚 Comprehensive 5-Week Teacher Guide (Digital Download)
Structured lesson sequences with clear objectives, discussion prompts, and reflective activities aligned to the Australian Curriculum. Designed for simple implementation with minimal preparation required.

📝 Student Activity Book (Printable)
Interactive worksheets and creative exercises including journaling prompts, mindfulness activities, role-play tasks, and the “Monster Busting Toolkit” to support emotional regulation through hands-on learning.

🏠 Parent Guide
Practical strategies and conversation starters to extend emotional learning into the home, including printable affirmation cards, a worry jar template, and reflection activities to strengthen the home–school connection.

🧠 Mental Health Practitioner Guide
Adaptable strategies for school counsellors, wellbeing leaders, and support staff to facilitate emotional discussions, help students externalise anxiety, and build coping tools in individual or small-group settings.

🎨 Printable Visual Aids
Classroom-ready posters and visual supports to reinforce key concepts around emotional awareness, regulation, and positive self-identity.

📖 Curriculum Alignment Overview
Clear links to the Australian Curriculum across English, Health & Wellbeing, and Personal & Social Capability.

licensing options

single-class licence

Designed for use within one classroom. This licence permits one teacher to implement the full 5-week wellbeing program and print materials for students in that class only.

whole-school licence

For schools seeking implementation across multiple classes or year levels (within one school). Includes access for classroom teachers, counsellors, and staff involved in student wellbeing. Please enquire to discuss tailored pricing and access options to suit your school’s needs.

Invest in your classroom wellbeing — a complete 5-week program, designed to support both teachers and students.

Curriculum Alignment

Aligned with the Australian Curriculum in:

-English (Reading, discussion, reflective writing)

-Health & Wellbeing

-Personal & Social Capability

How It’s Delivered

  • Digital resources — Upon purchase of a single-class licence, all teaching guides, student worksheets, and printables are available immediately for secure download, allowing for instant implementation.
  • Physical book — One copy of There’s a Monster on My Shoulder is posted directly to your school within 3–5 business days.
  • Whole-school / multi-class licences — Please contact us to discuss tailored access and delivery options.

 Who It’s For

Ideal for:

  • Primary classroom teachers
  • Wellbeing coordinators
  • School counsellors
  • Schools seeking a structured SEL program

Why This Program Matters

This isn’t just a set of worksheets or a book. This is a structured, curriculum-aligned, 5-week program that supports literacy, social-emotional learning, and wellbeing. By implementing it, teachers:

  • Receive a step-by-step plan for teaching wellbeing
  • Gain resources for students, teachers, and families
  • Have everything they need to confidently deliver a program that can transform classroom culture

You can purchase directly if you’re a single teacher, or contact us for whole-school pricing. No hidden steps, no extra admin — just clear access to a program designed to make a difference.