Calm Down Corner Kit - Austaliana Classroom Decor

Behavior management and calming strategies for children are essential in the classroom, helping them to build emotional regulation skills via explicit instruction and regular practice throughout the school year. This Calm Down Corner Kit in the Australiana Classroom Theme is the perfect solution, blending practical tools with a warm, minimalist design to encourage self-awareness, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

This child-friendly, printable calm down poster kit is perfect for SEL corners, classroom bulletin boards, therapy spaces, homeschool setups, or quiet zones. It equips teachers, counselors, and therapists with tools to promote self-regulation, mindfulness, and effective coping techniques. Featuring engaging educational visual supports like shape-breathing exercises, this all-in-one resource helps children develop calming strategies while balancing emotional and educational growth, making it an essential addition to any classroom or therapy space.

What’s Included in Your Download:

• 2 Design Options
• 8 Calming Corner Headers design options in portrait and landscape
• Editable Templates for Calm Corner Headers
• 10 Calm Down Corner Printables (PDF)
  • 4 Breathing Coping Techniques Posters — Visual instructions for calming exercises such as Box Breathing, Star Breathing, Triangle Breathing, and Octagon Breathing.
  • Calming Strategies Visuals — Suggestions like “Hug a Teddy,” “Read a Book,” or “Build Blocks” displayed on illustrated posters to guide self-soothing activities.
  • Feelings Thermometer — A visual tool to help children recognize, communicate, and manage their emotional states by identifying where they fall on a color-coded scale of emotions.
  • “How Big Is Your Problem?” Chart — A structured tool to help children assess the scale of their challenges and respond appropriately.
  • 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique Chart — A five-senses activity to help children reconnect with the present moment during heightened emotions.
  • Check-In Posters — Encourage children to self-assess their emotional state with phrases like “How Are You Feeling?” and “Check In With Yourself.”
  • Feelings Chart — A colorful poster with expressive faces and emotions, helping children name and understand their feelings.
• 4 Inspirational Quote Posters – A set of beautifully designed affirmations that foster positivity and inclusivity, including:
  • "You Are Welcome Here"
  • "Grow Through What You Go Through"
  • "Your Feelings Are Valid"
  • "This Is a Safe Space to Be Who You Are"

Why You’ll Need This Calm Down Corner Kit Resource:

• Encourages Emotional Awareness — By teaching children to identify and express their emotions, the kit builds foundational skills for lifelong emotional intelligence.
• Reduces Classroom Disruptions — Encourages children to independently manage their emotions, leading to a calmer, more focused classroom.
• Supports SEL Development — SEL-aligned tools teach empathy, self-regulation, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• Customizable for Different Spaces — The printable format allows you to adjust the size and layout for classrooms, therapy rooms, or homeschool environments.

This calm down kit pairs seamlessly with the Australiana Collection — making it an ideal addition to your themed classroom or emotional support toolkit.

How to Use This in Your Learning Space:

• Download and Print
  • Use Adobe Reader for the best printing results. Adjust sizes to suit your space and needs.
• Customize the Headers
  • Personalize your calming corner headers with custom text or bilingual options.
• Set Up the Calm Down Corner
  • Choose a quiet area in your classroom or therapy space.
  • Decorate it with posters or charts.
  • Add sensory elements like soft cushions, fidget tools, or calming jars.
• Introduce the Space
  • Explain the purpose of the Calm Down Corner to children.
  • Role-play scenarios to demonstrate how to use the breathing posters, problem-solving chart, and grounding techniques.
• Integrate Daily Use
  • Encourage children to visit the Calm Down Corner during moments of frustration, sadness, or anxiety.
• Reinforce Emotional Lessons
  • Use the charts and posters during SEL lessons or group discussions to reinforce emotional regulation strategies.

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Please note, this is a downloadable, digital file that you can access immediately after purchase.

To open the files you will be required to have a PDF Reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. 

To edit: If the product description stipulates that the file is editable, it will be editable only in Microsoft PowerPoint. You will need to have access to Microsoft Powerpoint to be able to type in your text. You can access a free trial here. 

‘Editable’ refers to the *text* within the file being customisable. Images and colour palettes are not editable. Simply type into the text boxes provided or add in your own to edit.

Please ensure your PDF reader and MS PowerPoint software is up to date to avoid compatibility issues.

Purchase of this resource entitles the purchaser the right to reproduce pages in limited quantities for single classroom or homeschool use only.

Duplication for a friend, another staff member, entire school or commercial purpose without purchase of an additional license is strictly forbidden.

Copying any part of this resource and/or placing it on the internet in any form (even a personal or classroom website/ school server) is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Copyright ©Chantelle Jacobs

Miss Jacobs Little Learners Pty Ltd