Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # inkpots.org helping young people navigate life's ups and down with confidence ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://inkpots.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Lighthouse people](https://inkpots.org/elementor-12567/) - Helping find the people who can help I do a lot of work with 13 and 14-year-olds.Peak puberty. Hormones raging. Overthinking running wild.As a mentor, I have to find a way through this maze of emotions so that we can find some solutions, some ways of helping them cope.And one of my way is to - ['Lightning Falls' by Amy Wilson](https://inkpots.org/lightning-falls-by-amy-wilson/) - Amy Wilson's books are much loved by many of the children who come to our groups and workshops. A new book is always hugely anticipated - and no wonder. Amy's books always seamlessly switch between our world and that of magic, effortlessly weaving characters and situations together with care and compassion. 'Lightning Falls' is Amy - ['Between Sea and Sky' by Nicola Penfold](https://inkpots.org/between-sea-and-sky-by-nicola-penfold/) - If you follow Inkpots on either Twitter or Instagram, you will know that I am a huge fan of Nicola Penfold’s writing. So, the arrival of her second book, ‘Between Sea and Sky’ was eagerly anticipated, and I’m delighted to say that I wasn’t disappointed. Like Nicola’s first book, ‘Where the World turns Wild’, ‘Between - ['Gloves off' by Louisa Reid](https://inkpots.org/gloves-off-by-louisa-reid/) - ‘Gloves Off’ by Louisa Reid is a novel that focuses on main character Lily’s journey in her final year at school, looking into her relationship with mother Bernadette, the struggles in her family life and how in school she is ruthlessly bullied and isolated by her classmates. She finds hope, friendship and confidence when she - [The Inkpots creative jar exercise](https://inkpots.org/the-inkpots-creative-jar-exercise/) - A few years ago, I developed a tool to help measure how we were feeling creatively, and showed if we needed a boost. Imagine an old-fashioned sweet jar – the ones with the screw tops. Filled with pineapple chunks, rhubarb and custards, pear drops, cinnamon twists. The delights of childhood. This is a good way - [Inkpots vision and values 2021](https://inkpots.org/inkpots-vision-and-values-2021/) - At the start of this year, after all the changes the pandemic had brought, it felt an appropriate time to look at our vision and values again. At the start of this year, after all the changes the pandemic had brought, it felt an appropriate time to look at our vision and values again. The following will provide the start of our own road map as we come out of the pandemic too, and continue to offer the very best programmes and - [How to be a Hero by Cat Weldon and illustrated by Katie Kear](https://inkpots.org/how-to-be-a-hero-by-cat-weldon-and-illustrated-by-katie-kear/) - Viking boy Whetstone just wants to be a hero. But he thinks his only chance of becoming one lies in him stealing a cup belonging to Awfulrick, leader of the Vikings of Krud. Then he would be a celebrity! But things don't go his way at all. And to confuse matters further he forms an - [Embracing winter creativity](https://inkpots.org/embracing-winter-creativity/) - As the nights draw in here in the northern hemisphere, it's a great time to review the creative activities which bring us most pleasure. It's particularly important this year with the continuing restrictions to our lives because of corona virus. During our full national lockdown in the UK earlier in the year, creativity was so - [Owl and the Lost Boy by Amy Wilson](https://inkpots.org/owl-and-the-lost-boy-by-amy-wilson/) - Every time Amy Wilson has a new book published is a special occasion here at Inkpots. But especially so when it is a sequel to 'A Girl called Owl' which is a much loved title from a few years ago. Owl is the daughter of a human mother and Jack Frost. In 'A Girl called - ['Witch' by Finbar Hawkins](https://inkpots.org/witch-by-finbar-hawkins/) - In a 17th century England ravaged by civil war, witch hunts became part of the plan to oust the king. A young, proud girl - confused by her own powers of magick - sees her mother put to death at the hands of witch-hunters. Bold, fiery Evey swears to avenge her mother's death, while still - ['Where the world turns wild' by Nicola Penfold](https://inkpots.org/where-the-world-turns-wild-by-nicola-penfold/) - A few times a year, we receive a book for review which stops the clocks. Most of the scheduled tasks are put on hold as the book demands to be read. When the book is finished, there’s a sense of loss to not be able to carry on with the character’s story. One such book - [Creativity and our wellbeing](https://inkpots.org/creativity-and-our-wellbeing/) - How creativity can support the wellbeing of young people - and all of us. The latest Inkpots updates - [Mental health help](https://inkpots.org/mental-health-help/) - The start of a new school year can be extremely exciting – it’s a chance to start a fresh and fulfil potential. Unfortunately, pressures at school can be the catalyst for a number of mental health problems. It’s important that children and young people get the support they deserve, so if you’re worried about someone - [Back to school: routine, routine, routine!](https://inkpots.org/back-to-school-routine-routine-routine/) - Tips on how to get back into the school routine - [Top tips for starting secondary school](https://inkpots.org/top-tips-for-starting-secondary-school/) - Peer support tips for young people moving from primary to high school this September - [Happy Dyslexia awareness day!](https://inkpots.org/happy-dyslexia-awareness-day/) - On average, one in three children in every UK classroom is dyslexic, which amounts to around 1.2 million. This means that a number of those who come to Inkpots face challenges with reading, writing and comprehension. To celebrate Dyslexia Awareness Day, we’ve put together some resources that may help you in supporting your child, particularly - [Back to school: when friendships go wrong](https://inkpots.org/back-to-school-when-friendships-go-wrong/) - At Inkpots, we’re proud to create an environment full of kindness and respect, but when school friendships go wrong, they can have a seemingly devastating impact on your child. Perhaps the person they stuck close to has betrayed them, or they find themselves isolated within a group. What can you do to help and advise - [Body image](https://inkpots.org/body-image/) - Tips and information on nurturing a healthy body image for children. - [Back to school: choosing an after school club](https://inkpots.org/back-to-school-choosing-an-after-school-club/) - With the new school year creeping up on us, we’re here to make the process a little less daunting with our back to school transition series! This week we’re talking after school clubs, something the internet is overloaded with information about. In amongst buying new school uniforms and stationery (you can never have too much...) - [The Inkpots Interview: Mr Francies, Principal - The Burgess Hill Academy](https://inkpots.org/the-inkpots-interview-mr-francies-principal-the-burgess-hill-academy/) - Members of the Inkpots group at The Burgess Hill Academy interview their Principal Mr Francies - [Why meeting authors matters for young writers](https://inkpots.org/6566-2/) - The importance of author connections for children and young people who enjoy writing - [The Inkpots interview: Robin Stevens](https://inkpots.org/the-inkpots-interview-robin-stevens/) - Robin Stevens, author of the Guggenheim Mystery is interviewed by children from Inkpots Writing Workshops about her writing and inspiration - [The Guggenheim Mystery by Robin Stevens](https://inkpots.org/the-guggenheim-mystery-by-robin-stevens/) - Book review of The Guggenheim Mystery by Robin Stevens - [The Inkpots Interview: Amy Wilson](https://inkpots.org/the-inkpots-interview-amy-wilson/) - I recently reviewed A Girl called Owl by Amy Wilson and absolutely loved it! So much so, I asked Amy Wilson if she would answer some of the children's questions for our Story Fest this week. Amy - happily - agreed and I am delighted to share here. Where did you get your inspiration for A - [A girl called Owl by Amy Wilson](https://inkpots.org/a-girl-called-owl-by-amy-wilson/) - When I was a child, I would read a book almost at one sitting if it caught my imagination. I would be completely caught up in the story, really identifying with the characters. It was long, long time ago but reading A Girl called Owl took me right back. I was hooked by the story ## Pages - [Home](https://inkpots.org/) - Mentoring young people, helping navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence. 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