Brave Steps: A Worry and Anxiety Workbook (Ages 7 to 12)

Help your child turn “I can’t” into “I’ll try.”
Tummy aches before school. Tears at bedtime. Saying no to parties, sleepovers or trying something new. When worry takes over, it can be hard to know how to help.
Brave Steps gives you and your child a clear, gentle plan. Over 44 friendly, hands-on pages, children aged 7 to 12 learn what worry is, why it shows up and what they can do about it. They draw, colour, tap and write their way through real skills they can use straight away.
Your child will learn to
spot worry early with the worry thermometer, before it gets too big
calm their body in minutes with the guided breathing balloon
use Pause, consider, choose to check worried thoughts and pick a helpful next step
face fears in small, manageable brave steps and see their progress grow
Made for busy grown-ups
No prep and no training needed. Grown-up guides explain each section in plain language, so you know exactly what to say and how to help. Use it at the kitchen table, in the classroom or in sessions.
What's included
44-page printable A4 workbook (PDF)
Interactive version with drawing, typing and tapping, for tablets and computers
Worry thermometer, breathing balloon and practice tracking sheet
Cut-out Brave Cards
Grown-up guides and a Read Me First page
Good to know
Instant digital download. No physical item is posted.
Print on A4 at 100% scale. Works in colour or black and white.
For use at home, in classrooms or in therapy sessions with one family or class.
This workbook supports, but does not replace, professional help.