Calming Down

Practical support to reduce distressed behaviour.

Our Calming Down collection unpicks the reasons behind your child’s angry outbursts and helps you find simple strategies. You’ll find a range of ideas your child can use to get in control of big emotions before they feel overwhelmed.

- Why do I get big, angry reactions to simple requests?
- How can I reduce tantrums and meltdowns?
- What can I do to help my child calm down?

From toddlers to teens, find the support and practical ideas you need – with more helpful resources added all the time.

Calming down strategies & support

Reduce angry reactions

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The Calming Down Collection

Language & Behaviour | Trish Hicken & Emma Broddle

Trish and Emma explain how you can help your child talk about their emotions so they recognise how they are…

Creating a Sensory Diet

Supporting your child's sensory needs with practical, everyday strategies.

Understanding Sibling Rivalry

Why brothers and sisters can sometimes struggle to get along and what you can do to help.

Behaviour in a Pupil Referral Unit | Phil Stanley-Davies

What’s it like working in Alternative Provision? Join Clare and Phil to find out more.

Why Your Young Child Swears and How to Stop It

Understand 3 key reasons behind your child swearing, with helpful suggestions to get them to stop.

How to Help a Child Who is Often Angry

Understand why your child gets angry, with practical ways you can support them and help them calm down.

Using Play to Support Emotional Regulation | Georgina Durrant

Georgina Durrant explains why play is a great way to help your child calm down and understand their emotions.

3‌ ‌Reasons‌ ‌Why‌ ‌Your‌ ‌Teen is Swearing

Stop your child swearing and help them learn how to communicate strong emotions without using bad language.

Ideas to Help With Your Teenager’s Temper

Understand why your teenager can struggle to manage their mood, with practical tips to help them calm down.

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