Calming Tools
Calming Tool that you use your lungs and your belly
DEEP BREATHS ( INHALE and EXHALE)
If your face is smiling and your body feels light, what feeling are you having?
Happy
When you are frustrated, you can tell yourself:
I WILL TRY MY BEST
What is the special, quiet spot in your classroom where you can go when you need a break?
(Calm Corner / Safe Place)
What part of your body can you squeeze tight, then let relax?
(Hands / Muscles / Whole body)
Calming Tool for your muscles
Relax your Muscles
If your hands are fists and your face is red, what strong feeling is that?
Mad or Angry
What special thing can you say to yourself to feel better and be kind to yourself?
POSITIVE TALK ( I AM A GOOD FRIEND, NICE, COOL, FUNNY, SILLY)
Name something soft and cuddly that you might find in a calm corner to help you feel safe.
(Stuffed Animal or Soft Blanket)
Name a slow body move you can do to feel strong and quiet, like a tree or a mountain.
Yoga Tree Pose or Stretching
Calming Tool that you use your feet
take a walk
What should you do first when you start to have a big feeling?
Stop and Check-in with you ; NAME THE FEELING
If you are waiting for a turn, what simple trick can you use to make the time go by faster?
(Counting / Sing a song /Humming/ Take Deep Breaths)
If you are frustrated, what small item can you squeeze or roll in your hand?
(Fidget Toy or Stress Ball)
If your feet feel wiggly, what can you do to help your body feel grounded?
Push your feet hard into the floor
Calming tool that you can squeeze
Fidget
What is one thing you can say to a friend who looks sad or worried?
"I see you are sad," or "How can I help?"
Name a trusted adult you can talk to when you have a problem you can't solve on your own.
(Teacher, Parent, Social Worker, Grandparent)
Why is the calm corner not the same as a time-out?
It's a place to help YOU / It's a choice / It's NOT a punishment
What is the movement you can do with your arms and body to give yourself a comforting hug?
Self Hug
Calming tool using water
splash your face
Your body tells you a big feeling is coming. What is one way your body gives you a warning sign?
(Stomachache, Fast Heartbeat, Clenched Fists, Hot Face)
What is the most important thing you need to remember to do after you feel calm again?
(Go back to the activity / Talk about the problem / Rejoin the group)
In the calm corner, what activity involves making a picture to show how you are feeling?
Drawing or Coloring
Name two different things you can do to use up "mad energy" without hurting anyone.
Run, Jump, Shake, Stomp your feet, Squeeze a toy