Healthy Relationships means Happy Futures INFORMATION FOR PARENTS ACORNS The course teaches them positive cognitive and social skills to help them resolve arguments. It also helps them deal with emotions in a positive way and boosts their self-confidence and independence. On the Acorns Course children learn about ACORNS is a preventative 16 session programme aimed at reducing the chances of children using aggression or violence to resolve problems. Why is it needed? What is it? Title