CBT Workbook for Kids | Challenge Negative Thoughts, Brain Bullies & ANTs | SEL & Emotional Regulation Activities

Help kids conquer negative thoughts with confidence!

This CBT workbook for kids is a fun, therapeutic resource designed to help children recognize and challenge negative self-talk using engaging activities and memorable characters like Critico (“You’re not good enough”) and Scaredy (“What if something bad happens?”). Ideal for elementary-aged students, this workbook teaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies in a kid-friendly format.

Through identifying Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs)—also known as "brain bullies"—kids learn how thoughts impact emotions and behaviors. This workbook supports emotional regulation, self-esteem building, and positive thinking skills.

What’s Inside:

• Easy-to-follow Teacher/Counselor Guide

• Meet the Brain Bullies (Critico, Scaredy, and more!)

• Identify ANTs and how they influence emotions

• Mindfulness Activity: Write, Draw & Breathe

• "Turn a Negative Thought into a Positive One" Worksheet

• Write Your Own Brain Bully Story

• Create a Brain Bully Comic Strip

• Positive Thought Writing & Kindness Practice

• Brain Buddy Certificate for CBT Growth!

Perfect for:

• School counselors

• SEL & mental health classrooms

• Special education and resource rooms

• Homeschool or therapy sessions

• Mindfulness corners

Give your students the tools they need to reframe negative thinking and build resilience—one positive thought at a time!