My Calm Anchor Worksheet | Grounding Exercise for Anxiety (Instant Download PDF)

Help children develop a simple, portable calming strategy with this gentle My Calm Anchor Worksheet.

This printable grounding activity guides children through creating their own "calm anchor" by connecting a positive memory, safe place or calming feeling with a small physical gesture they can use whenever they feel anxious, overwhelmed or stressed.

Designed to support emotional regulation and resilience, this worksheet helps children identify calming sensory details, explore positive memories and build a practical self-soothing technique they can carry with them anywhere.

Perfect for:

✔ Anxiety support

✔ Emotional regulation activities

✔ Grounding exercises for children

✔ School counselling and ELSA sessions

✔ SEN and wellbeing support

✔ Calm corners and nurture groups

✔ Home education and wellbeing learning

Children will:

• Identify a calming memory, place or feeling

• Explore what they can see, hear, smell and feel

• Create a personal calming anchor

• Learn a simple grounding technique

• Build confidence in managing overwhelming emotions

A practical, child-friendly resource that supports emotional wellbeing, self-awareness and coping skills.

Instant Digital Download – Print at Home or School

Suitable for ages 7–12