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What Are Boundary Types? Activity for Children Ages 6-12
This worksheet helps break down understanding interpersonal boundaries into 4 types, with examples. Short phrases are provided to help children communicate their own boundaries related to the 4 types. A 2nd activity page is included where children can guess which type of boundary each situation is about to help support their learning.
Healthy Vs Not Healthy Boundaries Activity For Children Ages 6-12
This is a sorting activity designed to be printed and re-used with children to help understand the differences between healthy and not healthy practice of boundaries. The first sheet provides boxes with the 4 boundary types and sections to separate healthy vs not healthy examples. The second sheet provides example cards to be cut out and separated. This activity works best when it is printed and then laminated for re-use, but can be used without laminating.
What To Say When Setting Boundaries? For Children Ages 6-12
This sheet provides short sentence examples of what children can say when communicating their boundaries to others. Each bubble sorts phrases by example of boundary. A safety related note is included on the bottom right of the page for what to do and say in an unsafe situation compared to everyday situations.
How Can I Help Myself With Boundaries Plan for Children Ages 6-12
This sheet can be used to help children identify adult supports that they can go to when they have concerns and questions about boundaries. An acronym called STOP is also indicated on here to help children practice what they can say and do if they feel they are in an uncomfortable or potentially unsafe situation related to boundaries.