Circles Social Skill Group (Ages 5-12)

Does your child know who s/he can give their phone number to?
Does your child know how to say “no” if a stranger wants to take their picture?

For the next 10 Mondays, your child/teen will learn the basics of the 7 circles. Each week, groups will progress through the circle starting with the Purple Private Circle and progress to Blue Big Hug Circle, Green Far Away Hug Circle, Yellow Handshake Circle, Orange Wave Circle, Red Stranger Circle and ending with Red Stranger Space. Your child will identify who belongs in which circle and what boundaries are appropriate.

The group will explore the circles in depth by watching and discussing video scenes, journaling, role playing and creating visual tools. After each session, caregivers will be given information cards on how to practice what your child/teen has learned and to apply when at home and in the community.

For more information, please contact Holly Lawson at hlawson@thechildrenscenter.com or 313-398-0919.