The four active calming breathing techniques used in Conscious Discipline are S.T.A.R., balloon, pretzel and drain. Here, we’ve provided images for each breathing activity in multiple sizes, plus instructions for conducting them. Use these images in your Safe Place and throughout your home or school to encourage children (and to remind yourself) to breathe when the going gets tough.
Age
Helps With
- Active calming
- Emotional regulation
Use
- Perfect for use in the classroom or at home, particularly in the Safe Place
Format
- Eight 8.5x11” single-sided color printouts
Materials
- Printed Iconos de Respiracion posters
Relate Resources
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Examples of This Resource in Use
- To learn more about this resource, visit Shubert’s Classroom in Shubert’s School and click on the S.T.A.R. page. There, you’ll find photo and video examples of the four main breathing exercises.