4. What to do when you feel left out (Social Skills Worksheets)

Helping Kids Handle Exclusion & Build Confidence in Social Situations

Feeling left out can be one of the hardest social challenges for kids. Whether it’s not being invited to a game, not being included in a conversation, or feeling ignored, exclusion can hurt. This CBT & ACT-based printable worksheet helps children process feelings of being left out, build confidence, and learn positive strategies to connect with others.

What’s Inside?

✔ Drawing Activity – My Inclusion Plan – A creative exercise where kids visualise themselves finding ways to feel included.
✔ Writing Activity – Handling Exclusion – A reflection exercise to help kids identify past experiences, process their emotions, and develop strategies for next time.
✔ Coping Skill – The “Join In” Method – A step-by-step guide to help kids naturally enter conversations and social groups.
✔ Homework – Inclusion Reflection Journal – Encourages kids to try a new social strategy and reflect on what worked best.
✔ Take-Home Mini Message: "You belong! If one group doesn’t include you, there are always other friends waiting to meet you."

Why Kids & Parents Love This Worksheet

✔ Builds Social Confidence – Helps children develop the courage and skills to join in and make new friends.
✔ Encourages Self-Reflection – Teaches kids how to manage feelings of exclusion in a positive way.
✔ Teaches Problem-Solving Skills – Kids learn that exclusion is a challenge that can be overcome with the right tools.
✔ Perfect for Kids Who Feel Left Out – Supports children who struggle with friendship challenges, group settings, or social anxiety.

Perfect for:
✔ Kids aged 6-12 working on social skills & making friends.
✔ Parents, teachers, and therapists looking for CBT & ACT-based friendship resources.
✔ Helping children who experience social rejection or isolation.

Format: Digital printable PDF
Use: Ideal for therapy, classrooms, homeschooling, or at-home practice.

Download now and help kids develop the skills to handle social exclusion with confidence!