Instant download · Print at home · Ages 4–10

Big feelings?
Give them little tools.

A 68-page printable toolkit that helps kids 4–10 notice, name and calm big emotions, in about 10 minutes a day.

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The Calm-Down Toolkit

Sound familiar?

  • Leaving the park turns into a full meltdown.
  • Bedtime becomes a battle, every single night.
  • Losing a game ends with tears or thrown pieces.
  • You've said "calm down" a hundred times, and it never works.
You're not doing it wrong. Calming down is a skill, and like reading or riding a bike, kids learn it with practice. Most just haven't been shown how yet. This toolkit turns that practice into simple, playful activities you can do together.

What's inside

1
For grown-ups

What to do during a meltdown, how to talk it through after, and "words that help" swaps.

2
Feelings basics

12 feelings faces, a feelings thermometer, body-clues map, check-ins and "big problem or little problem?"

3
Calm-down corner

Sign, 12 strategy cards, breathing cards, trace-and-breathe shapes, choice board and a personal calm plan.

4
30-day calm challenge

One 5-minute activity a day, plus a star tracker to colour in.

5
Social stories

Bedtime, leaving the park, sharing, school goodbyes, losing a game, waiting, screen time and siblings.

6
Reflect & repair

"After the storm" sheet, an "I can try" plan, making it right, kindness bingo and a proud jar.

7
Colour & celebrate

Calm colouring pages, a sticker chart and a Calm Champion certificate.

The Calm-Down Toolkit

How it works

1

Print

Print the parts you need. Cards work best on cardstock.

2

Practise when calm

10 minutes a day: a challenge, a story or a breathing card.

3

Use it in the moment

When big feelings hit, your child already knows their tools.

Made for

  • Parents and caregivers of kids aged 4–10
  • Families who want a calm-down plan that isn't just "go to your room"
  • Grandparents, nannies and homeschoolers
  • Anyone tired of repeating "calm down"

Not designed as

  • A replacement for professional support. If you're worried about your child, talk to their doctor
  • Classroom use (see our Starter SEL Kit for schools)

Questions

Is anything shipped to me?

No. It's an instant digital download (PDF). You'll get a download link straight after checkout and by email.

What ages is it for?

It's designed for ages 4–10. Younger kids enjoy the faces, cards and stories with a grown-up; older kids can do most activities on their own.

Do I need a colour printer?

No. It includes an ink-saver black-and-white version, and kids can colour the pages in themselves.

What paper size?

Both US Letter and A4 are included.

Can I print it more than once?

Yes, print as many copies as you like for your own family.

Is this therapy?

No. It's an educational resource for families, not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or care.

The Calm-Down Toolkit

$28

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  • For grown-ups
  • Feelings basics
  • Calm-down corner
  • 30-day calm challenge
  • Social stories
  • Reflect & repair
  • Colour & celebrate
  • US Letter + A4, colour + ink-saver

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Get the toolkit · $28