Calming activities

If your child becomes anxious or very upset, having a Calm Down Box can help your child feel more comfortable and self-regulate. Here are 32 ideas of what to include in a calm-down box for your child or student. 32 Things To Put In A Calm Down Kit for Kids The items you can include...

We are always practicing strategies around here to help kids with anxiety. These ideas will help your anxious kid cope with stress.

One calming corner strategy is to create a set of finger labyrinths. Students quietly trace the path of the labyrinths and they take a deep breath. This simple activity helps students focus on the present. Find these cards for free on the blog.

I've put together a list of my favourite calming crafts for kids. Being creative can help kids to relax, increase their self esteem and help them feel more confident.

It's SO EASY to make DIY sensory bottles and these glittery bottles are so pretty! A great calming tool for kids, teens, and adults!

a quick and simple calming strategy craft to teach students about deep breathing.

Everyone feels a range of emotions. Give children strategies to understand and regulate them with this collection of 53 Mindfulness Activities

Practicing conscious breathing helps when you feel anxious and overwhelmed. A mindful breathing stick can help guide young kids develop breathing techniques.