Help Toddlers Manage Big Emotions with Visual Calm-Down Charts (Free Starter Page!)
Big emotions can feel overwhelming for toddlers and preschoolers. That’s why I created these Visual Calm-Down Cards– a printable tool designed to help young children recognize and manage their feelings in a simple, supportive way.
🧠 Why This Visual Tool Works So Well
These cards are designed with autistic learners and visual thinkers in mind. Instead of bright, busy graphics, I’ve used soft, soothing pastel colors and clear, uncluttered images. This makes the visuals easier to process and less overwhelming for children who may be sensitive to sensory input.
✨ What Makes This Pack Unique
This printable includes two full sets of calm-down visuals:
12 cards with clear text labels (like “Take deep breaths” or “Squeeze a toy”)
12 matching no-text cards for children who are not yet reading or who benefit from image-only visuals
The no-text version is especially helpful for:
Nonverbal or emerging communicators
AAC users
Younger toddlers
Autistic children who prefer simplified visuals
The with-text version supports early literacy and helps adults model calming strategies out loud.
🧩 Flexible Use for Home and Daycare
Each card is 2.5 x 2.5 inches when cut, with faint dotted lines for easy cutting. You can:
Use the full page as a calm-down chart in a quiet corner
Or cut them out and offer choice cards one at a time
Laminate for long-lasting use or hang on a ring
This tool works beautifully in:
Calm-down corners
Daycare and preschool classrooms
Therapy spaces
At home during tough moments
✅ Download Your Calm-Down Tools:
🎁 Try the Free Starter Page here:
🛒 Get the Full Printable Kit (24 cards + instruction page + title page):
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