Calm-Down Coping Skills Cards PDF for kids ages 3–12.

Help children master their emotions with our Calm-Down Coping Skills Cards—a 10-card printable PDF deck packed with evidence-based strategies and kid-friendly illustrations.

🌟 Why Every Parent & Educator Needs This Toolkit:

• Instant Self-Soothing: At the first sign of stress, kids choose a card—deep breathing, butterfly hug, cat stretch, or another quick strategy—to calm their minds and bodies.

• Proven Effectiveness: Techniques are rooted in child psychology and occupational therapy, ensuring real results for reducing tantrums and overwhelm.

• On-the-Go Portability: Print on cardstock, trim along perforations, and carry on a keyring or stash in a calm-down corner for immediate access.

• Versatile for All Settings: Ideal for home routines, classroom behavior management, therapy sessions, and special‐needs support.

• Ready to Use—No Prep Required: Instant PDF download—simply print, cut, and start empowering kids today.

🐻 What’s Inside:

1. Deep Breathing Exercises

2. Count to 10 Slowly

3. Butterfly Hug (Self-Hug)

4. Cat Stretch

5. Listen to Calming Music

6. Draw & Color Something

7. Take a Calm Walk

8. Squeeze a Stress Ball

9. Positive Self-Talk Prompts

10. Create a Personal Calm-Down Corner

💡 Key Benefits for Kids:

• Builds emotional independence and self-regulation skills

• Decreases behavioral outbursts and improves focus

• Strengthens coping vocabulary and resilience

• Encourages healthy routines and mindful awareness

📥 Instant Digital Download:
High-resolution 2.5″×3.5″ PDF cards for crisp, durable prints—your complete emotional regulation toolkit is ready in minutes.

Transform big feelings into teachable moments—give kids the tools they need to thrive, feel heard, and stay calm anywhere, anytime.