Alphabet Chart showing the BSL signs for each letter of the alphabet. Why do you need this? An alphabet chart showing sign language signs for each letter is a valuable tool for teachers to promote inclusivity, support different learning styles, enhance literacy skills, encourage multimodal learning, promote cultural awareness, facilitate communication, and promote inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom.

Alphabet Flash Cards showing capital and lower case letters and corresponding picture for that sound and the BSL sign. These could be used as flash cards for a lesson or as a display. Why do you need this? An alphabet chart showing sign language signs for each letter is a valuable tool for teachers to promote inclusivity, support different learning styles, enhance literacy skills, encourage multimodal learning, promote cultural awareness, facilitate communication, and promote inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom.

Checklist for children to look at and think about which calming strategies work best for them when in a heightened emotional state. Why do you need this? Children dealing with heightened emotional states, especially those struggling with anger issues often need guidance and support to navigate their emotions efficiently. This checklist is a good tool to help teachers to be proactive in helping children manage their stress, it aims to involve children actively in self-regulating their emotions. How and when might you use this? This might be used in a variety of ways: · During PSHE lessons focused on emotional regulation and coping strategies, helping children identify which work best for them. · Following a conflict or behavioural incident a tool for self-reflection to think about their reaction to anger and what strategies they may use instead in the future. · As 1:1 support for a child struggling with anger management. · During counselling sessions to support students in exploring their anger triggers and developing personalised coping strategies. · As a whole class activity to promote a classroom culture of emotional awareness and self-regulation. What’s included? One PDF worksheet showing a checklist of calming strategies that children might use when angry. Children can go down the list and check either ‘this helps’, ‘this sometimes helps’, ‘this does not help’

Set of 13 posters that can be used to remind children of how to calm themselves down when feeling angry, frustrated or upset. Why do you need this? These posters serve as visual reminders of calming strategies, providing students with immediate access to tools for managing anger when they need them most. Having posters displayed in the classroom empowers children to independently access and use calming strategies without relying on constant teacher guidance. How and when might you use this? This might be used in a variety of ways: · These posters could be displayed in a designated calming corner or area in the classroom. Students can then be invited to visit the calm area as needed. · To support children who struggle with transitions to new activities. Before transitioning to a new task children can be reminded of the calming strategies. · Following a conflict or behavior incident children can be guided to the posters to prompt them to pick an appropriate calming strategy. · During 1:1 support for a child struggling with anger management. · During class circle time as an aid to discussion about emotions and coping strategies. What’s included? 13 posters each titled ‘I can’ and then with the following stratgeties: · Go to my calm area · Ask for a hug · Write down my feelings · Draw or colour · Listen to music · Talk to an adult · Take deep breaths · Do some exercise · Play with sensory toys · Use a sensory bottle · Think of a happy place · Read a book · Count to 10

Poster to support children in grounding themselves when they are suffering with severe anxiety. Why do you need this? If your anxiety reaches a debilitating level, it can be helpful to ground yourself in the present moment. You can do this by thinking about your surroundings using the 5 senses. This poster encourages just this by reminding children to name 5 things they can see, 4 things they can touch, 3 things they can hear, 2 things they can smell and 1 thing they can taste. How and when might you use this? This might be used in a variety of ways: · During relaxation and mindfulness exercises. · To support children who struggle with transitions to new activities. Before transitioning to a new task children can be reminded of this calming strategy. · In the moment when a child is suffering with heightened anxiety or stress. · During counselling sessions to support students in exploring their anxiety and developing coping strategies. · During class circle time as a discussion about the importance of self-regulation and managing emotions. What’s included? 1 PDF poster

Worksheet in which children think about what thoughts lead to certain feelings and how they can change their thoughts to have more positive feelings. Why do you need this? This worksheet can help nurture emotional intelligence by encouraging children to recognize the connection between their thoughts and feelings. This awareness empowers them to better understand and manage their emotions. Teaching students to challenge negative thoughts and reframe them in a more positive light promotes resilience. It empowers them to approach challenges with a growth mindset and develop coping strategies for overcoming adversity. How and when might you use this? This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways: In PSHE lessons that focus on understanding and managing their emotions. Use it as a guided activity to help children identify the common thought patterns associated with different emotions and brainstorm positive alternatives. Following an emotional incident or conflict as a tool for self-reflection. During counselling sessions to support students in managing their emotions and developing coping strategies. Empower children to challenge their negative thoughts with positive ones. As a prompt for whole class discussions about emotional well-being and positive thinking. As part of an end of the day check-in routine. Children can have time to reflect on their thoughts and feelings. What’s included? Included is 1 PDF printable worksheet with 2 versions; 1 for a boy and 1 for a girl

Choice board to support a child in choosing how best they can calm down when in a state of high emotion. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalised learning. How and when might you use this? This choice board allows children to select from a range of calming down strategies such as deep breaths, going to a quiet area or listening to music. This empowers children to choose strategies that work best for them. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the board you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? Included is a choice board and then 12 different choice cards.

Choice board to support a child in choosing what they would like to do during break time. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalised learning. How and when might you use this? This choice board allows children to select from a range of play options, such as playground equipment, games, sports, or drawing. This empowers children to choose activities that align with their interests, preferences, and energy levels. Using a choice board empowers children to make decisions about how they spend their break time. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the board you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? Included are 2 different choice boards, one titled ‘recess’ and one titled ‘break time’ and then 12 different choice cards.

Choice board to support a child in choosing what they would like to do during free time or choosing time. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalised learning. How and when might you use this? This choice board allows children to select from a range of free choice activities such as dressing up, outside play, lego or trains set. This empowers children to choose strategies that work best for them. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the board you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? Included is a choice board and then 12 different choice cards.

Choice board to support a child in choosing what resources they need to complete their work. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalized learning. How and when might you use this? This choice board allows children to select from a range of classroom resources such as pencils, glue or coloring pencils. This empowers children to choose which resources would be best for the situation and work task. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the board you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? Included is a choice board and then 12 different choice cards.

Choice board to support a child in choosing which reward they would like. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalized learning. How and when might you use this? This choice board allows children to select from a range of rewards such as sticker, tablet time or bubbles. This empowers children to choose which reward they would most like to work towards. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the board you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? Included is a choice board and then 12 different choice cards.

Choice board to support a child in choosing which reward they would like. Why do you need this? A choice board is a visual support that can be used to communicate what choice a child, who finds it otherwise difficult to communicate, would like to make. The use of choice boards can increase a child’s motivation to participate in school giving them a sense of control. Choice boards provide children with autonomy, engagement and personalised learning. How and when might you use this? Choice boards allow children to select from a range of options. This empowers children to choose the options that align with their interests and preferences. By giving them agency over their choices, the choice board promotes independence, self-regulation, and decision-making skills. Although there are 8 spaces for choices on the boards you can use it to put in as little as two options depending on the child and their needs. There are 12 different choice cards so that again you can tailor which you put on the board according to the child. What’s included? 5 different choice boards each with 12 cards to choose from: Break Time Choice Board Resources Choice Board Free Time Choice Board Rewards Choice Board Calming Down Choice Board

Worksheet in which children should think about the progression of their anger and they could try to calm themselves down. Why do you need this? This worksheet promotes self-awareness by encouraging children to recognise the stages of their anger. By identifying early signs of anger, students can learn to intervene before their emotions escalate. This teaches children strategies to manage their emotions effectively. By reflecting on their anger progression, students can explore coping mechanisms and calming techniques that work best for them, such as deep breathing, taking a break, or positive self-talk. How and when might you use this? This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways: · During classroom discussions about emotions and behaviour management. · Guided group activities · Counseling sessions with students struggling with anger management to explore personalized coping strategies. · Following a conflict or behavioural incident as a tool for self-reflection. · This worksheet could be used proactively with students as a preventative measure to promote self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Worksheet in which children should think about their own emotions, times that they have felt certain emotions and the thoughts they had at that time. Why do you need this? Encouraging children to think about their emotions helps them develop emotional awareness and understanding. It enables them to recognize and label different feelings they experience, fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence. The worksheet prompts children to reflect on past experiences when they felt certain emotions. This self-reflection allows them to gain insights into their emotional responses and the factors that trigger specific feelings, promoting self-awareness. How and when might you use this? This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways: · During social-emotional lessons focused on emotional awareness, regulation, and empathy. · During counselling sessions as a tool for students to express and process their emotions in a safe and supportive environment. · During morning work to start the day on a positive and reflective note. · As a behavior intervention to help students identify triggers, understand their emotions, and develop coping strategies.

This worksheet allows children to draw a picture of a place that makes them feel happy that they can imagine themselves in when they feel anxious. Why do you need this? Drawing a picture of a happy place serves as a coping strategy for children experiencing anxiety. It provides them with a tangible tool to manage their emotions and redirect their focus to a positive and comforting mental space. Visualising and imagining themselves in a happy place can help children regulate their emotions during moments of anxiety. The act of drawing and picturing themselves in a calming environment promotes relaxation and reduces stress levels. How and when might you use this? This worksheet can be used in a variety of ways: · During social-emotional lessons focused on managing emotions, regulation, and anxiety. Students can draw their happy place and share their drawings with classmates, fostering a sense of community and empathy. · During counselling sessions with students who experience anxiety. It provides a structured activity for children to explore their emotions and coping mechanisms in a safe and supportive environment. · During mindfulness or relaxation practices.

Now and next board with lesson and activity cards and reward cards so it can be used as a visual timetable but also gives the option to use as a reward chart. Why do you need this? This visual aid supports students, particularly those with autism or other learning differences, in transitioning between tasks and managing their time effectively. By displaying lesson cards in the now and next board, teachers reinforce daily routines and expectations. Consistent use of the board helps establish a predictable structure in the classroom, which can reduce anxiety and improve overall classroom behavior. How and when might you use this? Adults can refer to the now and next board at the beginning of the day and then in advance of each transition to help the child’s day go more smoothly. This board can either be used to show 2 lessons, what they are doing now and what will be coming up next or it can be used as an incentive with one lesson and one reward – if you complete the current activity then next you will receive a reward. What is included? Included in this resource is: · Now and next board · 84 lesson/activity cards · 20 reward cards

A classroom display to show children visually the appropriate noise level in class. Why do you need this? A noise o meter display provides a visual representation of the noise level in the classroom, helping teachers manage and regulate student behavior. By establishing clear expectations for appropriate noise levels, teachers can create a conducive learning environment. The noise o meter serves as a positive reinforcement tool, as students are encouraged to maintain an appropriate noise level to keep the meter within the desired range. Teachers can praise students for staying within the designated zone, reinforcing positive behavior. How and when might you use this? Teachers can refer to this display at different points in the day: · At the beginning of the day to set expectations · During transitions between activities as a reminder · During group or independent work to monitor noise levels and ensure any discussion remains focussed · During whole class teaching to signal that it is time to listen attentively What is included? Noise-o-meter display with 3 choices of arrow

Worksheet in which children think about what thoughts and feelings led to a certain behaviour and then think about how different thoughts might change the outcome. Why do you need this? This worksheet encourages children to reflect on their actions by identifying the thoughts and feelings that preceded their behaviour. This process promotes self-awareness and helps children understand the factors influencing their actions. Understanding the role of thoughts and feelings in behaviour helps children develop emotional regulation skills. They learn that they can influence their emotions by changing their thoughts, leading to more adaptive coping strategies when faced with challenging situations. How and when might you use this? This worksheet could be used in a variety of ways: · In lessons on social-emotional learning that focus on understanding and managing their emotions. · To aid conflict resolution after an incident to allow children to reflect. · During counselling sessions with students who exhibit behavioural difficulties or emotional struggle. · As 1:1 support for a child struggling with strong emotions. · This worksheet could be used proactively with students as a preventative measure to equip students with skills for managing stress, anger, or other challenging emotions. What is included? Included are 2 versions of the worksheet, one in colour and one in black and white

Poster showing the ways positive self-talk can help you feel happier, more confident and healthier. Worksheet in which children can write some ideas of positive things they can say to themselves. Why do you need this? Positive self-talk is essential for promoting mental health and well-being among students. By displaying a poster that highlights the benefits of positive self-talk, teachers can encourage students to adopt a more optimistic and empowering mindset. Teaching students to use positive self-talk can help them develop resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks. By reframing negative thoughts into positive affirmations, students can better cope with stress, adversity, and uncertainty. How and when might you use this? The poster can be prominently displayed in the classroom, serving as a visual reminder of the importance of positive self-talk. Teachers can refer to it during discussions about emotional well-being or as part of lessons on self-esteem and confidence. Teachers or counsellors can use the positive self-talk worksheet with children struggling with self-esteem or issues with anxiety. What is included? Included in this resource is: · A poster showing the ways positive self-talk is helpful · A worksheet where children can write examples of positive self-talk. The worksheet is provided in both color and black and white versions · A copy of the worksheet showing examples of what positive self-talk may look like

Worksheet in which children think about different positive and negative thoughts they might have when they are feeling angry. Why do you need this? To help children develop emotional intelligence and self-awareness. By reflecting on their thoughts and emotions during moments of anger, children can gain insight into their own mental processes and learn to recognise patterns in their behaviour. This can empower them to manage their emotions more effectively, identify triggers for their anger, and develop healthier coping strategies. Additionally, it provides teachers with an opportunity to open up discussions about emotions and problem-solving skills in the classroom. How and when might you use this? This resource could be used in a variety of ways: · Guided group activities - you could provide prompts or examples to help children identify positive and negative thoughts associated with anger. For example, positive thoughts might include “I can calm down” or “I can talk about how I feel.” Negative thoughts could include “Nobody understands me” or “I’ll never get what I want.” · 1:1 individual reflection - children can reflect on their own experiences with anger and fill out the worksheet independently. Encourage them to be honest and open about their thoughts and feelings. · Group discussion - After completing the worksheet, facilitate a group discussion where children can share their responses if they feel comfortable. This can help normalize the experience of anger and provide opportunities for peer support and learning.