Calming Routines

Individual worksheets offering personalized sensory toolkits and step-by-step calm-down strategies for students needing extra support. This Tier 3 lesson provides a concise 10-minute session for 4th grade students focusing on self-regulation through personalized calm-down approaches.

Designed for 4th and 5th graders, this lesson introduces the concept of self-regulation through creative activities. Students will explore personalized calming techniques and build a toolkit to manage their emotions effectively.

In this K-2 lesson, students will create and use a sensory corner to practice self-regulation through guided sensory activities. This lesson supports emotional wellness and helps young learners explore tools like stress balls, fidget toys, and calming visuals to manage stress and emotions effectively.

A 2-session, individualized 5th-grade special education lesson teaching self-advocacy and coping strategies (deep breathing, asking for breaks) to manage emotional dysregulation. Includes kinesthetic activities, discussion, a video, and a project to reinforce skills.

In this 30-minute, one-session individual lesson for 2nd graders, students will learn simple self-regulation strategies like deep breathing, mindful coloring, and creating a personalized calm-down plan. This targeted Tier 3 intervention helps students manage big emotions so they can feel more in control and successful in class.

A small-group toolkit teaching self-regulation through sensory strategies and mindfulness exercises for 2nd grade. Over four 25-minute sessions, students will explore sensory strategies, create tactile bottles, and develop a mood monitoring habit to support emotional regulation. Tier 2 group support.

In this 90-minute Tier 1 session, teachers will explore evidence-based tools and visuals to promote calm behavior in the classroom. Participants will leave with ready-to-use charts, cue cards, and implementation strategies that support all students’ self-regulation.

In this engaging 30-minute Pre-K lesson, students will learn and practice two simple self-calming strategies—belly breathing and counting to four—to manage strong feelings. This lesson builds self-management and mindfulness skills essential for emotional responsibility. Through modeling, guided practice, and a fun hands-on activity, young learners will create their own calm-down kits to use whenever they feel upset.

Guide an individual student in creating their own personalized calm down kit, filled with items and strategies that help them relax and refocus. This lesson is important as it equips students with coping skills to manage their emotions effectively, tailored to a 1st-grade student in a 20-minute session.

In this 30-minute Pre-K lesson, students will learn and practice two self-calming strategies (belly breathing and counting to four) to manage strong emotions. This interactive experience helps young learners build mindfulness, self-management, and responsibility for their feelings through guided modeling, hands-on practice, and creation of a personal calm-down kit.

In this individual Tier 3 project for a 5th grade special education student, learners compile personalized sensory and self-regulation strategies into an actionable toolkit. Over one 40-minute session, the student will design and plan their own toolkit to support lasting emotional and behavioral success.

This four-session individualized lesson teaches a 4th grade student how to use calm-down strategies—like asking for the calm-down corner and deep breathing—when tasks feel difficult. Designed for 15-minute sessions with IEP supports and 2nd-grade reading level, it ensures skill mastery over nine weeks with teacher-recorded data.

In this lesson, students will create a personalized 'Calm Down' kit with items that help them relax and refocus when feeling stressed. This activity encourages self-awareness and emotional regulation by allowing students to identify and select sensory activities that soothe them, such as stress balls or mindful breathing cards. The lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress and emotions effectively, promoting mental well-being and focus.

In this lesson, kindergarteners will explore various sensory tools through a fun and interactive game. The goal is to help students understand how these tools can be used to calm down and manage emotions. This lesson is important as it introduces young learners to self-regulation techniques in a playful manner, fostering emotional awareness and resilience.

A five-session social-emotional learning series for PreK–Kindergarten focusing on self-management. Students will learn coping strategies for big feelings, following routines, impulse control, calming techniques, and perseverance through playful, age-appropriate activities. Each 20-minute session is rich with interactive songs, stories, movement, and reflection.

Students will learn about self-regulation through the creation and use of a 'Calm Down Corner' in the classroom. This lesson is important as it introduces young students to the concept of managing their emotions and provides them with a practical tool they can use whenever they feel overwhelmed or upset.

In this 15-minute individual session, 7th graders will learn practical emotional regulation strategies to build a personal calm toolbox. This lesson helps students identify stress triggers, practice coping techniques, and prepare for real-life moments of anxiety.

In this 30-minute Pre-K lesson, students will learn and practice two simple self-calming strategies: belly breathing and counting to four. By creating their own personalized calm-down kit, children gain hands-on experience managing strong emotions and begin taking responsibility for their feelings in a supportive environment.

In this single 15-minute individual session, 4th graders will learn effective self-regulation strategies to manage emotions and behavior. This lesson is crucial for helping students build lifelong skills in emotional awareness and impulse control.

In this 45-minute 1st grade lesson, students will explore four calming strategies through guided practice and then choose their top three favorites, explaining when they’d use each. This builds self-regulation skills and empowers students with personalized coping tools they can use anytime.

Hands-on activities guiding a student to build a personalized toolkit of soothing strategies—turning them into their own calm architect. This Tier 3 individualized lesson supports a 5th grade student over one 25-minute session to create and assemble coping tools for emotional regulation.

A 20-minute one-on-one session for a 1st grade student to build a personalized toolkit of coping strategies for stress and worry. This Tier 3 lesson helps the student identify, assemble, and practice strategies that support self-regulation and emotional resilience.

In this 45-minute 4th grade lesson, students explore and evaluate three self-regulation tools, rate their effectiveness, and build a personalized Calm Toolkit card with two preferred strategies and help-seeking scripts. This lesson strengthens tool selection fluency, self-monitoring, stress management routines, and scripted help-seeking.

This one-session 45-minute lesson for early learners introduces using colors as a self-regulation tool through interactive storytelling, art, and discussion. It builds emotional literacy by helping students identify and express feelings, fostering calm and focus in the classroom.

This one-on-one behavior support packet guides a 7th grade student through personalized coping strategies and emotional tracking in a 30-minute session. Building self-regulation skills fosters resilience, academic focus, and well-being.

This individual session for a 6th grader helps students assess their current emotion regulation skills and identify strategies to manage feelings without yelling or screaming. In a 30-minute Tier 3 session, the student completes a self-assessment worksheet, reflects on their triggers and coping strategies, and creates a personalized emotion regulation plan.

In this lesson, students will collaborate to create a toolkit of self-regulation strategies that they can use when feeling overwhelmed. This lesson is important as it empowers students with practical tools to manage their emotions and behaviors, fostering a supportive classroom environment. By reflecting on these strategies, students can identify which ones resonate with them personally, enhancing their emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

Create a calming classroom environment through sensory activities and relaxation techniques. This lesson will help students recognize how their environment affects their emotions and learn ways to create a peaceful space.

A 20-session, 5-minute Tier 3 individual program for a 3rd grader with autism to learn how to choose and use sensory diet activities for self-regulation. This lesson supports sensory-seeking and sensory-avoiding needs through targeted practice, helping the student increase independence and self-awareness.

A 20-session, 5-minute Tier 3 individual program for a 3rd grader with autism to learn how to choose and use sensory diet activities for self-regulation. This lesson supports sensory-seeking and sensory-avoiding needs through targeted practice, helping the student increase independence and self-awareness.

In this lesson, students will create personalized calm down kits to help them manage big emotions. Through discussions and hands-on activities, students will learn about emotional triggers and coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools and strategies to handle stress and emotions effectively, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience.

Class-wide toolkit for quick, on-the-spot sensory resets – promotes self-regulation and keeps everyone engaged throughout the day. This 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders introduces simple strategies and fun activities to help students recognize and reset their energy levels, fostering a calm, focused classroom environment.

This lesson will guide Pre-K students in creating a Calm Down Corner to help them self-regulate their emotions. The Calm Down Corner is important for providing young children with a dedicated space and tools to manage their feelings effectively.

In this 30-minute Pre-K lesson on self-management, students will learn to identify their feelings, practice simple calming techniques, and reflect on how to stay calm at school and home. These early self-regulation skills help young learners manage emotions and behavior, setting the foundation for success in the classroom and beyond.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 2nd graders, students learn to identify and practice personal calming strategies to build coping skills and self-regulation. This engaging lesson includes a detailed plan, interactive slides, a hands-on craft, and reflective journaling to support emotional well-being.

This lesson focuses on understanding and managing sensory overstimulation and dysregulation, crucial for students' well-being and academic success. Designed for 9th graders, it provides strategies to cope with sensory challenges in a 30-minute session, ensuring all students can thrive in a classroom environment.

This lesson focuses on helping students utilize creative expressions as calming strategies. Over three 25-minute sessions, students will explore various art forms to express their emotions and learn techniques to calm their minds. This lesson is particularly beneficial for students who need individualized support in managing emotions and stress, making it a perfect fit for Tier 3 interventions.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 kindergarten lesson, students will explore and practice simple coping skills to recognize feelings and self-soothe. Through guided discussion, interactive slides, and five hands-on worksheets, learners build their own ‘Calm Crew’ toolboxes to manage stress and big emotions—setting a foundation for social-emotional growth.

This small-group intervention helps Pre-K students develop calming strategies through a dedicated safe space. Over one 20-minute session, children will explore sensory tools and reflect on their emotions, supporting self-regulation and emotional security.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 1st graders, students explore simple coping strategies to manage big feelings. Through interactive discussions, practice, and a fun worksheet, they’ll build their own “calm toolbox” to use whenever they feel upset or overwhelmed.

In this individualized Tier 3 lesson, a 3rd grade student will build a personalized calm-down corner—selecting sensory tools, designing their space, and practicing self-regulation. This 30-minute session empowers the student with a go-to routine for emotional regulation tailored to their unique sensory preferences.

This 3-session lesson plan is designed for kindergarten students to learn and practice calming strategies. Each 30-minute session will introduce different techniques to help students manage their emotions and reduce stress, fostering a peaceful classroom environment. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional regulation skills at an early age, providing students with tools they can use throughout their lives.

In this 15-minute Tier 3 individual session for Pre-K, students will explore simple strategies for emotional self-regulation and maintaining focus during learning. Through playful breathing exercises, a focused listening game, and reflection, children build foundational skills in emotional awareness and attention.

In this individualized, 25-minute session, a 3rd grade student learns and personalizes emotion regulation strategies using the CASEL framework. This focus on self-management and self-awareness empowers the student with a custom Calm Toolkit to use during moments of stress.

In this lesson, students will create a personalized 'Calm Down' kit with items that help them relax and refocus when feeling stressed. Through sensory activities like stress balls or mindful breathing cards, they will learn to identify what soothes them, fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress and emotions effectively, promoting mental well-being.

In this 30-minute Pre-K lesson, students will learn and practice two calming strategies—belly breathing and counting to four—to manage strong feelings. This lesson helps children develop self-management and mindfulness skills by creating a personalized calm-down kit, empowering them to take responsibility for their emotions.

This two-session, 30-minute each individual lesson teaches a high school student (grades 9–12) evidence-based strategies to recognize and manage anxiety in academic settings. Through readings, discussions, and hands-on activities, the student will build a personalized toolkit for staying calm, focused, and confident in class.

A self-assessment tool for 5th graders to reflect on and rate their use of healthy strategies when they feel upset or when not called on in class. This worksheet helps students recognize triggers, evaluate their responses, and plan better coping techniques.

An individualized toolkit students build with strategies tailored to their sensory profiles, empowering them to self-regulate in diverse environments. This Tier 3 lesson for a 5th grade student spans a 60-minute session and focuses on self-regulation through sensory awareness. Students will assess their sensory needs, explore regulation strategies, and assemble a personalized toolbox.

In this 5-session, 20-minute kindergarten series, students will learn self-management skills such as recognizing feelings, using breathing and counting strategies, and creating a personal calm-down plan. These lessons build emotional awareness and classroom readiness, giving young learners tools to stay focused and regulated.

In this 45-minute small-group project, 5th graders will learn self-management by curating personalized stress-management kits to use all semester. This Tier 2 lesson supports students in identifying and testing calming tools, promoting long-term emotional regulation skills.

Introduce 2nd graders to the new Calm Corner, teaching them what it is, why we need it, and how to use it when they feel dysregulated. This whole-class, one-session lesson builds behavioural self-regulation skills using a 40-minute interactive tour, activities, and reflections to promote a supportive classroom environment.

This Pre-K lesson guides students to learn and practice two self-calming strategies—belly breathing and counting to four—over a 30-minute session. Students will explore mindfulness and take responsibility for their emotions by creating a personalized calm-down kit to use when they feel upset.

A 90-minute Tier 1 workshop for parents on managing overstimulation and adapting to routine changes at home. This session equips caregivers with practical strategies to create calm environments, recognize triggers, and implement predictable routines to support their children’s well-being.

In this 25-minute one-on-one Tier 3 session for a 2nd grade student, we'll help the student identify personal triggers, explore self-calming strategies, and create a customized calm-down plan through guided reflection and drawing prompts. This individualized support builds self-awareness and emotional regulation.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 group lesson, 4th–5th grade students will explore and practice effective coping strategies to manage stress and big emotions. This lesson is important because building coping skills early helps students regulate feelings, improve focus, and foster resilience. Includes interactive discussion, a short video, guided practice, and reflection.

In this one-session lesson, 1st graders explore self-regulation strategies through engaging activities and discussions. Students will learn age-appropriate techniques—like deep breathing, counting, and using a calm-down corner—to manage strong emotions and build focus. This foundational skill boosts classroom behavior and supports emotional wellness.

This two-session lesson is designed for a 2nd grader to help them manage and limit tantrums when faced with tasks they don't want to do. The lesson focuses on empowering the student with strategies to make calm choices and understand their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills. Each session is 30 minutes long, providing personalized support to address the student's specific needs.

An 8-session, 15-minute individual counseling series designed to teach a 2nd grader self-regulation tools and skills. These bite-sized lessons help students recognize emotions, practice calming strategies, and build confidence in managing their feelings.

This five-session lesson series is designed for Pre-K students to help them understand and manage anxiety through engaging activities and strategies. Each 30-minute session will focus on building emotional awareness and resilience, providing young learners with tools to navigate their feelings and develop confidence.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for Pre-K/K students, learners will explore basic self-management skills by identifying emotions and practicing calming strategies. This fun, video-enhanced session builds early emotional awareness and gives children tools to regulate big feelings in the classroom and at home.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for Pre-K/K students, learners will explore basic self-management skills by identifying emotions and practicing calming strategies. This fun, video-enhanced session builds early emotional awareness and gives children tools to regulate big feelings in the classroom and at home.

A calming classroom routine for 2nd graders that teaches relaxation techniques through guided movement and breathing exercises. This Tier 1 health & wellness lesson helps students develop self-regulation and mindfulness, ideal for 25-minute sessions.

This 30-minute Tier 1 lesson for 5th graders introduces classroom-wide strategies to help students with autism manage defiant behavior and outbursts. Students will learn self-regulation tools, practice calming techniques, and engage in supportive activities that foster empathy and a positive learning environment.

This Tier 3 individualized support session guides a 5th-grade student to design and create a portable calm kit with personalized sensory tools and coping cards. Essential for building self-regulation and emotional grounding skills. Audience: 5th Grade Student; Sessions: 1; Duration: 40 minutes.

In this interactive 25-minute lesson, 1st-grade ESL students will learn and practice three simple calm-down tools—belly breathing, squeeze and let go, and counting—to regulate their bodies and minds. This Tier 1 lesson uses visuals, games, and repeated modeling to support limited‐English learners and build foundational self‐regulation skills.

A quick group activity where students identify personal calming strategies and share why they work, building a classroom toolkit for stress relief. Audience: 9th Grade, Format: Activity, Duration: 15 mins. This Tier 1 lesson fosters emotional regulation skills essential for student well-being.

This lesson focuses on strategies for individual students to calm down when overwhelmed, which is essential for personal emotional regulation. Designed for 6th-grade students, this 30-minute session will empower them with techniques to manage their emotions effectively, enhancing their ability to focus and learn.

This lesson is designed for a visually impaired student experiencing low self-esteem and emotional dysregulation. Over four 20-minute sessions, the student will learn and apply positive coping skills such as 'stop and think' strategies, 'I statements', anxiety coping skills, and grounding techniques. This lesson aims to empower the student to manage overwhelming scenarios and build resilience.

This lesson introduces Pre-K and Kindergarten students to the concept of 'Calm Corners'—spaces they can personalize that offer a peaceful retreat within the classroom. Through guided activities, they learn to take mindful breaks, enhancing their emotional regulation and self-care skills.

This lesson introduces ASD nonverbal students to basic self-regulation techniques through a simple breathing exercise and visual aids. It aims to help students recognize and manage their emotions, promoting calmness and focus. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to better handle stress and improve their emotional well-being.

In this 15-minute individual session, Pre-K students will learn foundational emotional regulation skills through engaging, hands-on activities. This lesson helps young learners identify their feelings, practice calming strategies, and build self-awareness—essential skills for social and emotional success.