Strictly professional Amy Dowden wowed viewers of the popular series once again after partnering with EastEnders’ actor James Bye in the 2022 series.
The Welsh dancer says that her dancefloor routines have a great effect on her mental health:
“Dancing has such a positive impact on my mental wellbeing. It makes me feel like I’m able to express myself. Moving around just makes me feel happy, upbeat, energised. It’s made me who I am.”
Amy is among the famous faces taking part in the new Moodboosters initiative, which provides primary school teachers and parents with short, simple and fun videos to support the PSHE curriculum for 5-11 year-olds.
She said she was really excited about taking part in the videos, adding: “Moodboosters can benefit children so much. Help them gain confidence, find themselves, express themselves, try new challenges… it’s such an easy way to interact and gain confidence in yourself. Do it. Challenge yourself.”
- Join in with Amy in the 'Emotion in Motion' activity which demonstrates how primary school children can explore different emotions through movement and impersonations of animals.
More from Moodboosters:
Recharge. collection
Activities to help children become aware of the importance of self-care, whilst building resilience and recognising what makes them special.
Connect. collection
Fun, movement-based activities for children centring on relationships and how to recognise emotions in others through empathy.
Imagine. collection
Learning activities to promote creativity and optimism in children whilst encouraging them to use their imagination to envision their goals and aspirations.
Boost. collection
Energetic, movement-based activities promoting self-confidence in children by encouraging them to use movement and positive thinking to build self-esteem.
Teacher's guide
Curriculum-linked ideas and tips about how you can use Moodboosters with your class during the school day.
About Moodboosters
Everything you need to know about our initiative to get KS1 / KS2 pupils moving for mental health and wellbeing.
