KS2 EFT emotional regulation activity_ focusing after break time

Like all children, your class may sometimes struggle with transition between activities. This easy-to-learn system will give your pupils a tool to help them manage their own behaviours and reactions.

EFT (“Emotional Freedom Technique”) is a simple, safe, scientifically proven method that helps to reduce stress in the body through the use of positive psychology and gentle tapping of acupressure points.

This technique is best introduced as a short 15 minute activity. It can then be revisited quickly at any time you feel the children need it, particularly jusy after break or lunchtime.

You will most likely find the children will adopt this method easily and use it spontaneously to help themselves once they become accustomed to it, not just for transitions, but at anytime they feel strong emotions.

This resource pack consists of:

* An editable 28 slide PowerPoint introduction and guided emotional regulation exercise to use after break or lunchtime, to help children quickly feel calm and focused. This can be used with no previous EFT knowledge as it explains the key principles of the technique and then guides you through two rounds of tapping with on-screen prompts and tips and includes teaching notes.

* A printable poster with the key acupressure points.

* Printable bookmarks to help children remember the sequences for quick reference at any time they feel strong emotions.

The pack was designed for use with children aged 7-11 years old to be used both as an introduction to the technique and as a regular settling activity. Once learned, this valuable self regulation tool can be used at anytime to empower kids to positively manage their emotions and mental health.