💬 Does your preteen feel like they’re riding an emotional rollercoaster?

Stressed out by school. Unsure about friendships. Overwhelmed by big feelings they don’t quite know how to handle.

You’re not alone — and neither are they.
The modern world moves fast, and preteens today are juggling more than ever. But here’s the good news: their stress can become fuel for creativity, self-discovery, and confidence — with the right guidance.

That’s where the Confident Preteen Blueprint comes in.

This therapeutic art workbook gives preteens (and parents!) the tools to turn stress into self-awareness, emotional expression, and confidence-building action — all through creative, hands-on exercises.

✨ Inside This Workbook

Your preteen will learn practical tools to calm their mind, understand their emotions, and feel confident in expressing themselves.

💛 1. Becoming Aware

• Identify what different emotions feel like in the body

• Learn to notice physical signs of stress (tight jaw, stomach knots, racing thoughts)

💭 2. Identifying Triggers

• Discover what causes emotional reactions — from social stress to sensory overload

• Build awareness around patterns like tiredness, hunger, or overstimulation

🧠 3. Noticing Reactions

• Explore what happens when emotions take over

• Learn to pause before reacting and shift from impulsive to intentional

🪶 4. Tools to Practice

• Use calming tools like deep breathing, art making, or journaling

• Practice expressing feelings clearly:
  “I feel frustrated because… I need a break and a drink of water.”

🧩 5. Tracking Patterns + Beliefs

• Worksheets help preteens track triggers, reactions, and beliefs

• Builds lifelong emotional awareness and self-regulation

💕 6. Helping Your Preteen at Home

• Parent-friendly guidance for emotion coaching

• Prompts like:
  “I’m noticing you’re feeling anxious — let’s take a breath together.”

• Helps families create a safe space for emotional conversations

🎨 Therapeutic Art Experiences

Art is at the heart of this workbook — because creativity heals.

Each hands-on activity helps preteens release emotions, discover inner strength, and connect with family in meaningful ways.

🌋 Volcano of Emotions

Create a clay volcano that symbolizes built-up emotions — and watch it safely erupt!
A powerful metaphor for expressing feelings instead of bottling them up.
Includes full step-by-step instructions, materials list, and family reflection prompts.

💡 BONUS: 5 Creative Confidence Boosters

Simple, fun activities your preteen can try today to manage stress, spark self-expression, and boost confidence.

1. 🎨 Power Painting — Express emotions through color

2. 🧘‍♀️ Five-Minute Chill Challenge — Master quick calm-down techniques

3. 💬 Friendship Comic Strip — Build social confidence with creative storytelling

4. 💃 Emotion in Motion — Release stress through movement and music

5. ✏️ What’s in My Head? Scribble Journal — Turn thoughts into art and reflection

Each one helps your preteen process feelings in healthy, creative ways — and you’ll love doing them together.

🌿 Created by:

Kayla Helenske
Nationally Registered Art Therapist • Licensed Mental Health Counselor • Holistic Wellness Coach

For over a decade, Kayla has helped preteens and families reduce stress, regulate emotions, and build confidence through the creative process. Her approach blends mindfulness, art, and emotional coaching — giving kids tools that stick for life.

“When we empower our children to navigate emotions with confidence, we give them the foundation to thrive — in school, friendships, and beyond.”

💫 What You’ll Receive

• Guided activities, reflection prompts, and art therapy exercises

• Worksheet for tracking triggers, reactions, and beliefs

• Bonus confidence-boosting art and mindfulness activities

• Parent support section for home practice

• Printable PDF format — easy to use at home, school, or in therapy sessions

Perfect For

✔️ Preteens ages 8–13
✔️ Parents who want tools to help their child manage stress and build confidence
✔️ School counselors, therapists, and educators
✔️ Families ready to connect through creativity and mindfulness

Why It Works

The Confident Preteen Blueprint combines:

• Therapeutic art techniques (for expression and regulation)

• Mindfulness tools (for stress reduction)

• Cognitive strategies (for identifying and shifting beliefs)

• Family connection (for ongoing support at home)

Together, these help preteens see themselves clearly, feel understood, and step into their confidence.