Children practice slow, deep breathing with a “breathing buddy” on their stomach
Teaching deep breathing as a way to self-regulate emotions
Feelings Wheel
Printable feelings wheel, markers
Have children identify their current emotion and use the wheel to explore coping strategies
Building emotional vocabulary and self-awareness
Sensory Bottles
Clear bottles, water, glitter, beads
Children shake the bottle and focus on the visual calming effect
Providing a visual tool for calming down and focusing attention
Calming Jar
Clear jar, glitter, water, glue
Shake the jar and focus on the swirling glitter as a calming activity
Promoting self-regulation through visual distraction and mindfulness
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Relaxing music
Guide children to tense and release different muscle groups to help them relax
Teaching body awareness and how to release tension
Mindful Listening
Quiet environment
Children listen to soft sounds (e.g., wind chimes, bells) and focus on the sounds
Teaching mindfulness and focusing attention to regulate emotions
Safe Space Corner
Comfortable pillows, blankets
Designate a safe space where children can go when they feel overwhelmed
Creating a designated calming area for emotional regulation
Emotion Charades
Emotion cards or pictures
Children act out different emotions while others guess the feeling
Developing empathy, emotional recognition, and self-regulation skills
Mood Meter
Printable mood meter chart
Children rate their mood using the color-coded meter to increase emotional awareness
Encouraging self-assessment of emotional states and regulation techniques
Breathing with Straws
Straws
Teach children to breathe slowly through a straw to calm down
Using slow breathing as a self-regulation tool to calm the nervous system
Yoga for Kids
Yoga mats
Lead simple yoga poses that focus on body awareness and breath
Using movement and breathing to help children manage emotions
Emotion Coloring Sheets
Crayons, printable coloring sheets with emotions
Children color images that reflect various emotions and discuss how to cope with them
Using creative expression to process and regulate emotions
Freeze Dance
Music
Play music and have children freeze when the music stops
Encouraging children to focus and self-regulate through movement and stillness
Visual Calm Down Chart
Chart with calm down strategies
Display a chart of activities (e.g., breathing, counting to 10) for children to choose from
Offering a visual reference to help children use self-regulation strategies
Counting to 10
No materials needed
Teach children to count slowly to 10 when feeling upset or frustrated
Promoting impulse control and slowing down the emotional response
Calming Playdough
Playdough
Children squeeze, roll, and mold the playdough as a calming activity
Using tactile experiences to reduce stress and engage in self-regulation
Gratitude Practice
Gratitude journal or cards
Have children list things they are thankful for to shift focus away from frustration
Encouraging positive thinking to support emotional regulation
Emotion Wheel Spinner
Printable emotion wheel, spinner
Children spin the wheel and express how they feel based on the result
Encouraging emotional awareness and vocabulary development
Bubble Breathing
Bubble wands, bubble solution
Children blow bubbles slowly, focusing on breathing and the bubble’s movement
Using bubbles to reinforce deep breathing and calm down
Visualization Relaxation
Guided audio, quiet space
Guide children through a calming visualization (e.g., imagining a peaceful beach)
Using guided imagery to help children self-regulate their emotions
Stretching Routines
No materials needed
Lead a series of gentle stretches to help children relax and focus
Encouraging body awareness and relaxation techniques
Sensory Play
Sand, water, textured materials
Provide sensory materials for children to explore with their hands
Offering sensory experiences to calm and ground children in moments of dysregulation
Calming Playlist
Music player, calming music
Play soft music for children to listen to when they feel overwhelmed
Using music as a tool for emotional regulation and relaxation
Feelings Check-in
No materials needed
Have a regular check-in where children identify their current feelings and discuss how to cope
Promoting emotional literacy and self-awareness
Rocking Chair Time
Rocking chair, soft blanket
Allow children to rock back and forth in a chair to help soothe emotions
Using rhythmic movement to regulate emotions and calm the nervous system
Emotion Identification Cards
Cards with different faces or emotions
Show children different facial expressions and ask them to identify the emotion
Enhancing emotional recognition and self-regulation abilities
Soothing Aromatherapy
Essential oils (lavender, chamomile)
Diffuse calming scents in the classroom to create a relaxing environment
Using scent as a sensory tool to promote calmness and emotional regulation
Mindfulness Walks
Outdoor space
Take a walk and encourage children to focus on their surroundings (e.g., the colors, sounds)
Using mindful movement in nature to regulate and refocus attention
Feelings Journal
Journal, pens
Encourage children to draw or write about their feelings each day
Promoting emotional expression and self-regulation through journaling
Counting Breaths
No materials needed
Children count each breath as they inhale and exhale
Helping children focus their attention and calm themselves through controlled breathing
Calm Down Cards
Cards with calm down strategies (e.g., “take a deep breath”)
Have children choose a card when feeling upset to guide their self-regulation
Offering structured steps for children to follow when managing emotions
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
No materials needed
Guide children to tighten and relax muscles in their body from head to toe
Teaching children how to release physical tension and regulate emotions
Emotion Scavenger Hunt
Pictures of different emotions
Hide emotion pictures around the room and have children find them, discussing each one
Helping children learn to identify and understand emotions through a playful activity
Mindfulness Mandala Coloring
Printable mandalas, markers
Children color mandalas while focusing on each movement to promote mindfulness
Using artistic expression as a mindful activity to regulate emotions
Cuddly Toy Time
Soft toys
Children hold a cuddly toy while engaging in deep breathing or other calming activities
Providing comfort through tactile touch to regulate emotions
Visual Timer
Timer
Use a visual countdown timer to help children understand and manage transitions and time limits
Providing structure and predictability to help with emotional regulation during transitions
Deep Breathing with a Pinwheel
Pinwheel
Children blow on a pinwheel to practice deep breathing and watch it spin
Using a visual aid to promote slow, deep breathing for emotional regulation
Emotion Song
Music player, emotion-themed songs
Teach children a simple song that helps them identify and regulate their emotions
Using music to express and manage feelings in a positive, fun way
Emotion Dice Game
Dice with different emotions on each side
Children roll the dice and act out the emotion or use a strategy to calm down
Using play-based learning to teach emotional regulation
Time-in Corner
Calm space with cushions or bean bags
Create a time-in space where children can go to reflect on and regulate their emotions
Providing a safe space for children to self-regulate during moments of distress
Feelings Faces Mirror
Small mirror, emotion cards
Children look in the mirror and practice making different facial expressions to match emotions
Encouraging children to understand and regulate their emotions through facial awareness
Cognitive Reframing
No materials needed
Teach children to change negative thoughts (e.g., «I’m too mad») into positive, calming thoughts
Helping children develop cognitive skills to regulate emotions and behavior
Gentle Breathing with a Feather
Feather
Children practice slow breathing while holding a feather, trying to keep it from falling
Promoting focused breathing and gentle relaxation techniques
Body Scan Meditation
Quiet space, guided script
Lead a short body scan meditation where children focus on relaxing each body part
Developing awareness of physical tension and learning how to relax the body
Emotion Puzzles
Emotion-themed puzzles
Children complete puzzles that reflect different emotional scenarios
Helping children explore emotional responses and coping mechanisms
Heartbeat Focus
No materials needed
Have children place their hands on their hearts and focus on their heartbeat to center attention
Teaching mindfulness and focus to help children regulate their emotional state
Gratitude Tree
Paper tree template, gratitude leaves
Children write things they are thankful for on leaves and place them on the tree
Promoting positive thinking and emotional regulation through gratitude
Self-Regulation Song
Music player, calming tunes
Teach children a simple song about calming down and taking control of their emotions
Creating a song to help children remember and practice emotional regulation skills
Zen Garden
Small sand tray, rake, smooth stones
Children rake the sand and arrange the stones to create a calming and mindful environment
Using a sensory activity to promote mindfulness and relaxation
Body Movement Calming Routine
No materials needed
Lead children through a series of calm body movements, such as stretching and slow swaying
Using movement to help children release tension and self-regulate their emotions
Color Breathing
Colored markers, paper
Children practice breathing deeply while focusing on a specific color that represents calm
Using color association to reinforce relaxation and breathing techniques
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