Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Worm I used to have a school friend who was cutesy and funny and sweet on the outside I bumped into her recently and she wasn’t cutesy and funny and sweet she pretended she didn’t know me some people grow up and some people grow down off you go little worm #poem #poetry #from0-60 000
Reposted by Sarah SiggsACAMH - Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health @acamh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026From trauma and substance use to pathways into the criminal justice system, Prof. Susan Young examines often-overlooked complexities in #ADHD, and what clinicians can do differently to better support neurodivergent young people, with @drjanegilmour.bsky.social. bit.ly/4j5RCOx 022
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Job opportunity at the LIGHTBOX GALLERY in Surrey as a Learning & Engagement Manager Reports to: Director Contract: 3 Days per week until March 2028 Deadline: Sunday 27 September 2026, 11:59pm Email: Recruitment@thelightbox.org.uk 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 05/09/2026An important listen for any teacher interested in developing their understanding of bullying, from @acamh.bsky.social with @drjanegilmour.bsky.social & Dr Mairéad Foody acamhlearn.org/learning/bul...acamhlearn.orgBullied; the teenage brain under threat | ACAMH LearnBullying and cyberbullying can seriously affect young people’s mental health, relationships, and long-term wellbeing. Dr. Jane Gilmour interviews to Dr. Mairéad Foody on the topic. 021
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 23/08/2026Some Sunday sparkle from my beach walk today #noticingnature 010
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 28/07/2026I really rate this book. Anyone else read it? Talking for a Purpose by Ms. Morrish 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 02/07/2026shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params...shop.ingramspark.comHug WordsHug Words is an uplifting picture book that helps children understand the power of self-talk and introduces them to The Five Ways of Wellbeing. 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Hug Words is a story of affirmation, co-regulation, and identity. It takes us through ways to eliminate or reduce negative self-talk, self-criticism, and cognitive load. A truly brilliant resource for all settings, whether home, educational or therapeutic. ~ Dr Sharie, international psychotherapist 011
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Hug Words is a wellbeing resource for primary schools inspired by the 5 Ways to Wellbeing #mindfulkids #socialemotionallearning #happyclassrooms #childrensbook #positiveparenting #wellbeinginschools #fivewaystowellbeing #primarywellbeing #positiveclassrooms #teacherresources #mentalhealthmatters 020
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026www.waterstones.com/book/hug-wor...waterstones.comHug Words by Sarah Siggs, Corrina Holyoake | WaterstonesBuy Hug Words by Sarah Siggs, Corrina Holyoake from Waterstones today! Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25. 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Unexpected item in the life area. I was not expecting cataract surgery last Friday - or this side of 80, to be fair! 010
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Satisfying Wordle pattern. Wordle 1,820 3/6 ⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜ ⬜⬜🟩⬜⬜ 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 010
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 09/06/2026Why our exams need to change youtu.be/M5_zj2FZ6KY?...youtu.beWhy our exams need to change | Hannah Gee | TEDxRoyal Tunbridge WellsYouTube video by TEDx Talks 110
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 07/06/2026I’ve just discovered the problem I’m having with reading is due to a cataract. It’s a defining moment and reminds me of the first time I felt my upper arms wobble as I waved. I laughed then and I’m laughing now. Are you actually joking, body?! 130
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 21/04/2026A gentle, practical resource to help children understand and reshape their self-talk. #HugWords coming soon… 010
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 20/04/2026#NationalLibraryWeek Libraries are free and everyone is welcome #HugWords 020
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 19/04/2026Couldn’t put this one down. Over Catastrophising Daily by Sharon Brisley-Moore #OCD 011
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Cat-lapped by two elderly Burmese darlings this #Caturday afternoon. 0101
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Positive feedback from a deputy head of a primary school ⬇️ “Absolutely loved Hug Words. Gave me goosebumps at the end. It’s such a beautiful, gentle story focusing on the small things that can bring joy.” #HugsWords #SelfAcceptance 030
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 29/03/2026SPOT THE DIFFERENCE But is there much of a difference? #differentnotless #SEND #justlikeeveryoneelse #library #childrensbook #hugwords Libraries are free and everyone is welcome 090
Reposted by Sarah Siggsrespectme - Scotland's Anti-Bullying Service @respectme-scotland.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Our website has information specifically created for children and young people on understanding what bullying is and how to cope if they, or someone they know, is being bullied. Head to www.respectme.org.uk/information-young to download our anti-bullying guide and more! 032
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 17/03/2026Had the absolute honour of doing a school visit to Amberley Court School. A school full of stars - pupils and staff. Compassion, curiosity and belonging in action. #SEMH 040
Reposted by Sarah SiggsSocial Biobehavioural Research Group @ucl-sbb.bsky.social · 30/01/2025Our newsletter to Social Prescribing Youth Network (SPYN) members just landed 📨 Take a look & join for free if you're interested in bringing #SocialPrescribing and its benefits to younger generations. We'll be sharing research, resources, events & more! mailchi.mp/ucl/hello-fr... 032
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Libraries are free and everyone is welcome. libraries.westsussex.gov.uk/wellbeing-mo...libraries.westsussex.gov.ukWellbeing Month | West Sussex Libraries 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Hooray for PLR day! Thank you to everyone who borrows books from libraries - and an extra big thank you if you have ever borrowed Mud Boy. When people borrow books from libraries, they’re not only supporting libraries - they’re also supporting authors directly. #PLR #BookSky 051
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 18/01/2026Hadn’t planned on name-checking you when I spoke to the Primary PGCE students at Swansea Uni last week - but you can’t keep a good book down! @adrianbethune.bsky.social 031
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 28/12/2025Feedback like this reminds us why stories are powerful tools for wellbeing. Please share Mud Boy with children - it might just change a bullied child’s life. #Antibullying #TeamMudBoy #EduSky #Kidscape #Wellbeing #PHSE #PrimarySchool #TeacherSky #Librarian #Libraries #KindnessMatters #BeKind #ALN 040
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 27/12/2025Teachers often message me and it’s a pleasure to give support. Hi Sarah, Thank you so much for these - the book has gone down an absolute storm in Year 5 - just the right book at just the right time. If we make any work from our discussions around the book could I send you a couple of pictures? 010
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 15/11/2025The hair may be longer, but the message is the same: #antibullyingweek is over, but the fight against bullying goes on. Kidscape does incredible work all year round, and Mud Boy is a great book for schools to use whenever they need it. #powerforgood #antibullyingweek2025 #antibullyingweek 040
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Message from a headteacher "I was really intrigued to find out if someone had actually nailed the hard subject of verbal bullying in a story we would be able to share with all the children. I don't have the words to adequately describe how powerful a tale I find Mud Boy to be! #PowerForGood 040
Reposted by Sarah SiggsNational Children's Bureau @ncb.org.uk · 11/11/2025We all have the power to do good! This #AntiBullyingWeek, we pledge to always use our #PowerForGood to safely speak up and raise awareness when we see bullying. Let’s make the world free from bullying for every child! Make your pledge too at bit.ly/4lzDafp 032
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 10/11/2025Konnie Huq reading Mud Boy #PowerForGood #AntiBullyingWeek youtube.com/watch?v=Addf...youtube.comKonnie Huq reading Mud Boy for Anti-Bullying WeekYouTube video by Words by Sarah Siggs 031
Reposted by Sarah SiggsSarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 24/10/2025If you’re in Littlehampton on the afternoon of the 10th November, come and show me your socks! #OddSocksDay #AntiBullyingWeek #PowerforGood 021
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 10/11/2025#AntiBullyingWeek #PowerForGood This week (10th to 14th November 2025) marks Anti-Bullying Week across the UK 101
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 09/11/2025I’m #OddSocksDay ready! 🧦 #AntiBullyingWeek2025 #PowerForGood 180
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 24/10/2025If you’re in Littlehampton on the afternoon of the 10th November, come and show me your socks! #OddSocksDay #AntiBullyingWeek #PowerforGood 021
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Thank you for this book. I love that it encourages our children to communicate and share their experiences so we can connect and support them. Parent of an 8 year old uk.jkp.com/products/mud...uk.jkp.comMud BoyThe sound of Sam's life was like the best piece of music you have ever heard. Everyone liked Sam, and Sam liked himself. But then one day the mud words begin and they get inside his head - and Sam can... 000
Sarah Siggs @ssiggs.bsky.social · 18/10/2025Hug Words has been successful in securing an award! Our book is now being supported by JAZZ™ apples. #mindfulness #healthyeating #NHS #5WaysToWellbeing 110