“The impact has been incredible — children are learning to recognise emotions, manage anger, and make positive choices using the Decider Skills language. We’ve also used the Life Skills in adult mental health and confidence-building groups, where participants have reported reduced anxiety and greater self-belief.
One of our most loved members of the team is Colin the Crow, our Decider Skills puppet who helps bring the skills to life for younger children. Colin plays a big role in our sessions — helping children learn STOPP, Opposite Action, and other skills in a fun, memorable way. You’ll see him mentioned frequently in the attached report, which includes feedback from pupils at a local primary school about what they enjoyed most about learning the Decider Skills.
Thank you for creating such a practical and empowering programme — it’s been a privilege to see the difference it makes.”
Carole Mackie, Therapeutic Resource Worker, NEWSolutions CIC
Below are Therapeutic Resource Workers, Carole (left) and Rachael (right) displaying some of the props they use to bring the Decider Skills to life.
Below is the favourite prop, Colin the Crow. Here he is demonstrating the Self Care skill, playing his favourite game - Angry Birds!
For statistics on the impact of The Decider Skills on NEWSolutions, read their report (right).