A refresher powerpoint to support the use of the Rory primary storybook resource. Help children understand alcohol, learn empathy and increase resilience including talking to trusted adults.
To access this resource you need to have attended Rory training and have access to the Rory resource pack.
The Rory resource can help children understand more about alcohol, the feelings they might experience when living with someone who has an alcohol problem and encourages them to speak to a trusted adult.
Details
Rory is a resource aimed at all year groups of primary school children.
The resource pack is based on the Rory storybook which tells the story of a dog who can’t understand why his owner is acting a certain way, until it’s explained to him that his owner drinks too much alcohol.
For children who are not affected, Rory aims to help children develop empathy for those who are, and they will be able to use the life skills they learn in lots of other ways.
Adults reading the book can also gain a better understanding of the impact of parental alcohol problems from a child’s point of view. The Rory learning resource can be used by anyone who is in a position to raise awareness and respond to issues of parental alcohol problems.
Outcome
This is a refresher powerpoint to remind you of what the resource includes and gives ideas of how to use the interactive resources.
The Rory resource aids:
- Awareness and understanding of the problems caused by alcohol,
- Awareness of the impacts of parental drinking on children,
- Ability to better identify children who are, or may be, affected by parental drinking,
- Greater awareness of the support available for children affected by parental alcohol use,
- Confidence and skills in discussing parental alcohol use with a child and managing disclosure about parents drinking.
View and use Rory as a resource to support work with children by:
- Helping pupils who are living with a problem drinking parent feel less confused or guilty about what is happening,
- Encouraging pupils to talk to an adult whom they trust,
- Helping pupils feel compassion or empathy towards other children who may have a difficult home life.
“Rory can help children understand the feelings they might experience when living with someone who has an alcohol problem and encourages children to speak to a trusted adult.”
Trainer
Health & Wellbeing TeamBooking information
There is no charge for this powerpoint resource.
Replacement or new Rory resource packs are available to order through schoolwellbeing@leeds.gov.uk for a subsidised cost of £40 for schools in Leeds or £80 for schools outside of Leeds.