The first step in any discipline encounter is to take a deep, calming breath. Three deep breaths shut off the fight or flight response in the body. This download includes instructions and illustrations for the S.T.A.R., Drain, Balloon and Pretzel active calming techniques in three different sizes.

Age

• All ages

Helps with

• Self-regulation
• Active calming
• Deep breathing
• Fussing and fits
• Self-control
• Emotional intelligence
• Social-emotional learning

Use

• Classroom
• Parent night
• Staff training
• Home

Format

• Overview
• Letter-sized color printouts for the breathing icons in four different sizes:
  • Four per page (icon only)
  • Four per page (icon with instructions)
  • Two per page and full-page

Materials

• Color printouts

Related Free Resources

• Breathing Star
• Five Steps to Self-regulation Icons
• Putting Myself Together Class-made Book
• Safe Place Breathing Icons
• Safe Place Sensory Integration Signs
• When I Feel Bug Crazy Class-made Book

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• Shubert Rants and Raves
• Sophie Rants and Raves
• Shubert is a S.T.A.R.
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• Safe Place Mat
• Safe Place Poster Set
• S.T.A.R. Breathing Tool
• When I Feel