Regulate emotions and return to learning with the Reset Toolkit
Every child deserves the tools to regulate their emotions and return to learning. Our team created our new Reset Toolkit filled with calming visuals, sensory supports, and emotional regulation tools — ready to help students pause, process, and reset during coaching sessions. From breathing cards to break choices, these kits are designed to empower students with the tools they need to succeed — one visual at a time. Follow along each week to download a new tool for your kit.
1. Social Story: Using the Reset Toolkit
Our Reset Toolkit begins with a simple social story that teaches students when and how to use the reset kit. It walks them through emotions, expectations, and choices — in a clear, visual way.
2. Breathing Visuals
When emotions are high, visuals help ground students in calm. Our Reset Toolkit includes easy-to-follow breathing visuals to teach and guide slow, mindful breaths.
3. Draw Your Feelings Board
The Draw Your Feelings board lets students express emotions in a creative, non-verbal way. It comes with a dry-erase marker and is easy to wipe clean and reuse.
4. Fidget Expectations
Fidgets can support focus, but they need clear expectations. Our visual Fidget Expectations chart shows students exactly how to use fidgets responsibly — without disrupting others.
5. Break Choices
Sometimes students don’t just need a break — they need the right break. That’s why our toolkit includes a Break Choices visual menu.
6. First/Then Schedule
Our First/Then visual helps students understand what’s expected — and what’s coming next. It’s a simple but powerful tool to reduce frustration and boost motivation.
7. Break Card
The Reset Toolkit includes a Break Card students can hand to a teacher or adult when they need space to cool down. It’s especially helpful for students who struggle to ask for a break with words.
8. Emotional Debrief Cards
The Emotional Debrief Cards guide students through gentle reflection after a tough moment. With prompts like “How do you feel?” or “What happened?”, they build self-awareness over time.
