Books My Hidden Chimp
Helping Children Manage Their Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviour

My Hidden Chimp
Helping Children Manage Their Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviour
My Hidden Chimp, by Prof. Steve Peters, introduces primary school-aged children to The Chimp Model. With the support of parents, teachers, and carers, it helps children better understand and manage their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours through engaging exercises and simple explanations.
What to expect
Designed to give children practical tools for understanding their emotions and behaviour, My Hidden Chimp uses simple neuroscience to help children develop healthy psychological habits for life. Through relatable examples, fun illustrations, and exercises, the book makes The Chimp Model accessible. Parents, teachers, and carers can also use the exercises to support children in navigating their emotions and behaviours.
Key areas covered
in the book:
- Understanding the brain
- Developing healthy habits
- Emotional language
- Understanding others
Accompanying Adult Book
For adults, The Silent Guides offers support to help parents, teachers, and carers develop children’s emotions, thinking and behaviours. It explains the neuroscience behind unconscious beliefs and habits, helping adults support both themselves and the children in their care.