Five Simple Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Wellbeing This Summer

4. Get Outdoors and Move with Purpose

Spending time in nature benefits both physical and mental health.

A simple walk can become an adventure by spotting different birds, noticing colours, discovering interesting textures or listening for new sounds.

These activities encourage mindfulness, curiosity and connection with the world around us, and best of all, they don’t need to cost a penny.

5. Make Time for Connection

Children don’t need perfect parents; they need moments of genuine connection.

Whether you’re cooking together, playing a board game, reading a story or getting creative, even a few uninterrupted minutes can help children feel safe, valued and heard.

These everyday moments build stronger relationships and lay the foundations for positive mental wellbeing.

Supporting Children’s Wellbeing Together

At The Principle Trust, we see first-hand the difference that quality time together can make. Through our free week-long respite breaks, we give children and families from Yorkshire facing adversity the opportunity to rest, reconnect and create memories that last.

Simple moments of play, laughter and connection can have a lasting impact on a child’s emotional wellbeing, and they don’t have to come with a high price tag.

If you’re looking for more creative ways to support your child’s wellbeing this summer, Yasmin also offers a free five-part online summer programme through Scribbledeedo®, part of her Watoto Play initiative.

👉 Find out more here: https://scribbledeedo.com/summer-course

A huge thank you to Yasmin for sharing her expertise and helping families discover simple, accessible ways to support children’s mental health throughout the summer holidays.