Top 6 Must-Haves to Include in Your CalmDown Corner PDF

Create a cozy, safe environment

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs tells us kids can't learn if their basic needs aren't met-- do they feel safe?

Empower children to feel in charge of their own self-regulation when they feel their emotions are overwhelming them, but having a safe space in the classroom kids can go to whenever they feel they need it, and stock it with a lot of choices to help them learn to calm down independently.

This printable pdf includes

• 6 tool categories you should have in your CalmDown Corner
• A list of specifics to get you started

Choose the items that are best for your class

Model and guide students in using each item

Self-regulation is hard, especially when you are in a heated moment. By practicing each tool, how to use them, and using them with a trusted adult during prickly moments, kids can learn to self-regulate through co-regulation. 

Related: Calm-Down Kit