Help your PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd-grade students master emotional regulation with this print-and-go Calm Down Corner Social Story. Designed by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and aligned with Conscious Discipline principles, this inclusive social narrative explicitly teaches young learners when to use the peace corner, how to practice mindfulness, and how to safely de-escalate so they can return to learning.
Managing a busy classroom means teaching self-regulation skills before big behaviors happen. This comprehensive, Conscious Discipline-aligned social story provides a clear, predictable framework that teaches students how to recognize their feelings and successfully utilize your classroom calm down corner.
Whether you are a general education teacher setting up your classroom management routine, a special education teacher providing Tier 2/3 interventions, or a school social worker/counselor looking for a reliable de-escalation tool, this resource is a must-have addition to your SEL toolkit.
This resource includes two versatile formats to fit your classroom's exact needs:
- Ready-to-Print Version: A beautiful, print-and-go PDF social narrative featuring modern, inclusive illustrations that reflect all learners.
- Editable Version: Want to customize the wording to match your specific classroom rules or insert your students' names? Easily edit the text to create a personalized social story!
Skills & Frameworks Taught:
- Self-Regulation & Emotional Regulation: Helps students identify internal triggers and body cues that signal they need a break.
- Conscious Discipline Alignment: Guides students through a structured, predictable plan for what to do while in the safe space.
- Mindfulness & De-escalation: Teaches actionable, kid-friendly coping strategies to reset the nervous system.
- Successful Transitions: Explicitly outlines how and when to smoothly transition back to the group or their desk.
Perfect For:
- Grade Levels: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade
- Classroom Setup: Laminated and placed directly in your classroom calm corner or peace area
- Educators & Support Staff: Ideal for General Ed Teachers, Special Education (SPED) Teachers, School Social Workers, School Counselors, and Paraprofessionals or Teacher Aides
