Trip to Hawaii
Put a poster of Hawaii and a beach towel in a quiet corner of the room. When the children need to calm down invite them to take a trip to Hawaii so they can rest and relax.
Just Chillin
Create a "just chillin" center with a beanbag chair, headset, silly putty, or other fidget toys. Invite children to take a break there when they feel stressed or anxious.
Scribble Book
Provide a spiral notebook and pencils for children to express their feelings with scribbles or drawings.
Calming Bottles
Make these bottles for children to play with in the "just chillin" center. They will give them something to hold in their hands and help them relax.
Directions: Pour 1/3 to 1/2 cup of clear corn syrup in the bottle. Add a few drops of food coloring and a teaspoon of glitter. Glue on the lid. Hold the bottle and slowly move it around to coat the inside.
