5. Managing Social Anxiety and Fear (Social Skills Worksheet)

Helping Kids Build Confidence in Social Situations & Overcome Social Anxiety

Social situations can feel overwhelming and scary for kids who experience shyness, anxiety, or fear of rejection. This CBT & ACT-based printable worksheet helps children recognise anxious thoughts, challenge their fears, and take small steps to feel more comfortable in social settings.

What’s Inside?

✔ Drawing Activity – My Social Confidence Steps – Kids visualise their progress by creating a staircase of small, achievable social goals.
✔ Writing Activity – Challenging My Anxious Thoughts – A structured exercise where kids identify social fears, break them down, and rewrite them with a more confident mindset.
✔ Coping Skill – The “Brave Step” Plan – A step-by-step guide to help kids gradually face social fears in a safe and manageable way.
✔ Homework – Confidence Tracker – Encourages kids to take small social risks and reflect on their experiences.
✔ Take-Home Mini Message: "Courage grows with practice—every small brave step makes a big difference!"

Why Kids & Parents Love This Worksheet

✔ Encourages a Growth Mindset – Helps kids understand that confidence comes from practice, not perfection.
✔ Reduces Social Anxiety – Guides children through practical strategies to feel more comfortable in social settings.
✔ Teaches Emotional Resilience – Helps kids challenge anxious thoughts and replace them with positive, realistic thinking.
✔ Perfect for Shy or Anxious Kids – Supports children who struggle with fear of speaking up, making new friends, or social interactions.

Perfect for:
✔ Kids aged 6-12 working on social confidence & making friends.
✔ Parents, teachers, and therapists looking for CBT & ACT-based social anxiety tools.
✔ Helping children who feel nervous in social situations or avoid interactions due to fear.

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

Download now and help kids build social confidence, one small brave step at a time!