Luton shopping centre encourages children to express themselves through ‘My 2021 Time Capsule’ campaign

Children in Luton are being encouraged to express themselves in a variety of ways through the 'My 2021 Time Capsule' campaign.

Organised by the charity Place2Be, the theme of this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week (1st to 7th February) is ‘Express Yourself’.

To mark this year’s theme, The Mall Luton launched their ‘My 2021 Time Capsule’ campaign on Monday, February 1.

The campaign offers children and parents the chance to complete worksheets and activities throughout the week, allowing children to be creative when expressing their feelings and thoughts.

The free time capsule is available from The Mall website and can be completed both online and printed.

The fun activities and worksheets aim to encourage children to express their thoughts and feelings to their parents and guardians - ultimately aiming to improve mental wellbeing.

Once completed the capsule can then be tucked away somewhere safe for children to look back on in 2022.

Alongside offering children and parents the chance to complete their 2021 Time Capsule, The Mall has also provided a number of top tips to support children and young people.

From fun activity ideas such as baking and indoor treasure hunts to conversation starters and advice to make talking with parents and guardians easier.

Lavinia Douglass, marketing manager at The Mall Luton, said: “It’s great to be able to support this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week.

"This year, in particular, it is more important than ever for children to be able to convey how they are feeling right now.

"‘My 2021 Time Capsule’ campaign aims to encourage children to express themselves through a number of fun creative ways!

"The free downloadable activities and worksheets allow children to express their thoughts and feelings in a way that’s unique to them.”

You can download the 'My 2021 Time Capsule' activity pack here or for more activity ideas and advice for parents and carers click here.