What is a calm plan for kids?

A written, child-led list of the body signals that mean a child is starting to dysregulate, plus the coping tools that help them feel safer. It gives children a visual script to follow before big feelings turn into a meltdown.

Is this good for autistic and SEN children?

Yes. The printable is designed with visual, predictable prompts and gentle otter illustrations - low sensory load, no bright neon, no shame. It pairs well with visual schedules, PECS and one-page profiles.

How is a calm plan different from a calm-down corner?

A calm-down corner is a place. A calm plan is a portable, personalised script. Many families use both - the poster on the wall of the corner, the plan folded inside a school bag.

At what age can my child use this?

From around age 4 with adult support, up to age 10+ independently. Younger children can circle the pictures; older children can add their own words on the blank plan page.

Can teachers use this in school?

Absolutely. Print a copy for the classroom, laminate one for a keyring or pencil case, and share the finished plan with the SENCO so the whole team responds the same way.

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Gentle printables for the moments that feel too big.

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Made for real family life, not perfect parenting.
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The Going-Home Game: Leaving-the-Park Kit

Turn 'time to go home' into a five-step mission instead of a meltdown. Three gentle printables that help your child leave the park without the tears.

"The Going-Home Game" - five visual steps: 5 minutes left, one last thing, say goodbye, find the gate, mission complete
"What Feels Too Much?" - nine body & sensory signals so your child can point when words are gone
"Choose Our Mission Home" - six playful missions (stomp like a dinosaur, find three red things) that make leaving feel fun

3 pages · A4 · print at home

Best for: Park exits, playground meltdowns, autism & SEN

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My Calm Plan: Body Signals & Coping Kit

A gentle 3-page printable that helps your child spot big feelings in their body before they explode - and pick a coping tool that actually works for them.

"What is my body telling me?" card - fast heart, hot face, tight hands, wobbly tummy, loud head, need to hide
"What might help?" card - quiet space, headphones, firm cuddle, move my body, slow breaths, time alone
"My Calm Plan" sheet - I notice, I can show, I can choose. Autism & SEN friendly.

3 pages · A4 · print at home

Best for: Meltdowns, sensory overwhelm, autism & SEN

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SEN Transition Notebook for Parents

A gentle, guided notebook to help you and your child move through school, setting or life transitions together.

Prompts to capture your child's strengths, triggers and comforts
Pages to share with a new teacher, key worker or setting
Space for your own reflections so nothing gets lost

24 pages · A4 · print at home

Best for: Starting school, changing class or moving setting

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Calm-Down Corner Poster

A warm, ready-to-frame poster that turns any quiet spot into a safe space for big feelings.

Simple visual cues: pause, breathe, squeeze, ask for help
Gentle reminders that it's okay to take a break
Works beautifully at home, in classrooms and SEN settings

1 page · A4 · print, frame and display

Best for: Big feelings at home or in class

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Gentle Transition Cards

Six warm, illustrated cards to help little ones move from one activity to the next - screen time, tidy up, leaving the park, bedtime and more.

Clean up together, say goodbye, take a movement break, switch my brain, use my choices, my feelings are OK
Supports emotional regulation and builds routine & independence
Perfect for autistic and neurodivergent children at home or in class

A4 · print, cut and use

Best for: Any transition - screens off, tidy up, leaving, bedtime

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Morning routine checklist

Best for: Calmer school mornings

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Books that pair with these printables

Turn the printable into a story you can share

Each picture book tackles one exact moment - so the printable becomes a routine and the book becomes the shared script.