The My Sibling's Coming Out Worksheet is a compassionate, printable A4 resource designed to help children understand, process, and support their sibling's coming out experience. It validates the child's own feelings while gently reinforcing that, even when things like names or pronouns change, their sibling is still the same person they know and love.
 
This activity is essential for building emotional awareness and ensuring the non-coming-out sibling feels seen and supported during this time of change.
 
Why It Works
 
Validates Feelings: Provides dedicated space for the child to express "How I feel" and address any "Questions I have".
Focuses on Consistency: Prompts children to reflect on "What’s staying the same?"—like favourite things or games—to emphasise enduring love and connection.
Encourages Support: Guides the child to identify "How I can show support" and list "Things that make me feel better," building proactive coping strategies.
Normalises Change: Clearly explains that using a new name, pronouns, or showing gender differently are all part of their sibling being themselves.
 
Benefits for Children
 
Process Confusion: Safely explore new changes and identity shifts within the family.
Strengthen Bonds: Focus on the unchanging aspects of their sibling, maintaining a strong emotional connection.
Develop Empathy: Practice active support and affirmation for their sibling's personal journey.
Build Resilience: Identify positive coping mechanisms ("Things that make me feel better") for their own feelings.
 
What’s Included (Digital Download)
 
My Sibling's Coming Out Worksheet (PDF): A4, printable, illustrated activity for children.
 
Note: This worksheet is designed to be a supplementary tool for emotional literacy and is not a substitute for professional therapeutic assessment or treatment.