KS1 Calm Kit

This "My Calm Kit" is a comprehensive digital resource designed by Educational Psychology First (EPF) to help children navigate their emotions and develop effective self-regulation skills. Through engaging insect-themed visuals and interactive tracking tools, it provides a structured yet creative approach to emotional well-being.

What’s Inside the Kit?

1. Interactive Breathing Exercises

The kit features a variety of "Bug Breathing" techniques that use visual paths to guide children through inhaling, holding, and exhaling:

• Caterpillar, Beetle, Fly, and Butterfly Breathing: Rhythmic patterns following the shapes of these garden friends.
• Mosquito, Snail, Ladybird, and Grasshopper Breathing: Additional specialized paths to keep breathing practice fresh and engaging.

2. Emotional Literacy Tools

A dedicated "How Am I Feeling?" section helps children identify and label a wide spectrum of emotions. The kit includes visual aids for:

• Core Emotions: Calm, Happy, Sad, and Angry.
• Complex Feelings: Nervous, Frustrated, Shy, Worried, Loving, and Excited.

3. Diverse Coping Strategies

Beyond breathing, the kit suggests a "Toolbox" of activities to help children reset:

• Physical Outlets: Going for a bike ride, walking, or getting active (bounce, run, jump).
• Creative & Reflective: Coloring, drawing, reading, or writing down thoughts.
• Sensory & Comfort: Having a warm bath, listening to music, or asking for a cuddle.

4. Progress Tracking for Adults

The kit includes a "What Worked Well for Me" log. This allows parents or educators to record the date, the child's feelings, the strategy used, and the result. This data helps identify patterns and refine the most effective coping skills for different situations.