Calming & Regulation

Transform "I can't calm down !" into "I know what to do next." The Calming & Regulation collection equips children and the adults who care for them with a comprehensive toolkit of research-backed strategies to navigate from overwhelming chaos to peaceful composure, anytime and anywhere.

Recognizing that self-regulation challenges affect families across all backgrounds and circumstances, this collection provides practical, age-appropriate solutions that work in real-world moments, whether it's a homework meltdown, bedtime anxiety, or the inevitable sibling conflict. From visual coping menus that empower children to choose their own calming strategies to breathing techniques that can be used discretely in any setting, these tools transform emotional overwhelm from a crisis into a manageable learning opportunity.

Grounded in neuroscience research and evidence-based practices from American occupational therapy, trauma-informed education, and positive parenting programs, this collection treats self-regulation as the teachable skill set it truly is, rather than an innate character trait. When children learn to pair body awareness with concrete calming actions, they strengthen neural pathways essential for impulse control, sustained attention, and emotional resilience, skills that serve them throughout life.

The toolkit includes everything from sensory grounding exercises that anchor anxious minds to movement breaks that reset focus, plus mindful activities like mandala coloring and DIY glitter jars for sustained calming. Simply print, strategically place around your home and school environments, and practice together, whether you tape breathing posters near study areas, keep coping skills cards handy, or incorporate movement breaks between virtual learning sessions. With these tools, your family gains confidence to meet stress head-on, responding with calm hearts and clear thinking rather than reactive chaos.