Ultimate Self-Regulation & Coping Skills Activity for Kids Toolkit – Whole Group Calming

Description

Are student meltdowns or moments of frustration causing disruptions in your classroom? This coping skills activity for kids provides the tools needed to regain control with Calming Strategy Sticks—an engaging, hands-on resource designed to help young learners develop coping skills and emotional regulation.

Perfect for calm-down corners, small groups, or as a classroom-wide self-regulation tool, these strategy sticks offer 60 unique ways to help students manage big emotions and regain focus.

When you notice a student starting to get elevated, suggest they pick from the 60 included strategy sticks to find a calming strategy to help them become regulated. Students can continue trying out various calming strategies until the find the one that works best for them. This coping skills activity for kids has a strategy that will work for everyone!

Features and What’s Included:

• 60 Calming Strategies: Each stick is labeled with a clear, kid-friendly calming technique to help students find what works best for them.
• Detailed Explanations: Every strategy includes simple instructions, guiding students through effective ways to self-soothe.
• Color & Black-and-White Options: Flexible printing options to meet different classroom and counseling needs. This coping skills activity for kids saves you time and ink!
• Examples of Strategies: Techniques include deep breathing exercises, positive affirmations, grounding techniques, and quick physical movements—all adaptable for different settings.

This versatile resource fits seamlessly into various classroom and counseling settings:

• In Calm-Down Corners: A quick and accessible tool to support students in need of a reset.
• Classroom Transitions: Use as a brain break to help students refocus and prepare for the next activity.
• After Meltdowns: Offer students a structured way to calm down and reflect.
• Small Groups & One-on-One Sessions: A valuable addition to SEL lessons, giving students the chance to practice and discuss coping strategies.
• Counseling Offices & Homeschool Programs: Great for reinforcing self-regulation skills and emotional learning in a variety of environments.

Benefits of Using Calming Strategy Sticks:

• Reduces Classroom Disruptions: Helps students calm down independently, leading to fewer disruptions and a smoother learning environment.
• Promotes Self-Regulation Skills: Teaches kids how to identify and manage emotions effectively, laying the groundwork for lifelong coping skills.
• Flexible Use: Works in any setting where emotional support is needed—whether as an immediate intervention or a group learning activity.
• Engaging and Fun: The interactive format makes learning calming strategies feel like a game, making students more likely to use and practice them.

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