Sharing the resources I created for myself and have used as part of my teaching practise. I have been a nursery school teacher (4 months - 5 years), a science teacher (KS3-KS5) with biology specialism, a forest school leader, vocational award assessor for Childcare and I am now a specialist SEND teacher. As a result I am able to share a wide range of resources.
Sharing the resources I created for myself and have used as part of my teaching practise. I have been a nursery school teacher (4 months - 5 years), a science teacher (KS3-KS5) with biology specialism, a forest school leader, vocational award assessor for Childcare and I am now a specialist SEND teacher. As a result I am able to share a wide range of resources.
The Five-Finger Breathing technique is an easy, engaging, and highly effective breathing exercise designed to help children and young people manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelm. Using a hand-tracing motion, this method encourages slow, controlled breathing—promoting calmness, focus, and emotional regulation.
How it works:
Place one hand in front of you (or use an image of a hand).
Use the other hand to slowly trace the outline of each finger.
Breathe in while tracing up a finger.
Breathe out while tracing down a finger.
Repeat for all five fingers, focusing on deep, steady breaths.
Perfect for:
Managing anxiety and panic
Calming nerves before exams, presentations, or stressful situations
Supporting mindfulness in children and beginners
Helping with sensory overload or emotional regulation
Encouraging relaxation before bedtime
This simple yet powerful exercise is ideal for teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and mental health professionals, offering a quick and accessible tool for self-regulation in the classroom, at home, or in therapy settings.
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The Grounding by Numbers technique is a simple yet powerful exercise designed to help children and young people (CYP) manage anxiety and panic by focusing on their senses. This strategy gently guides them through 5 things they can see, 4 things they can touch, 3 things they can hear, 2 things they can smell, and 1 thing they can taste, helping them reconnect with the present moment.
Perfect for teachers, pastoral staff, SENCOs, and mental health practitioners, this grounding exercise is easy to implement and highly effective in classrooms, therapy sessions, or at home. By practising it regularly, CYP build confidence in using it when they need it most.
Why use this resource?
Reduces feelings of anxiety and panic
Encourages mindfulness and sensory awareness
No special tools required – can be used anywhere
Suitable for all ages and adaptable for different needs
Download now and equip your students with a calming, practical tool for emotional regulation.
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The Four-Chair Perspective is a structured and powerful strategy designed to help pupils develop empathy, accountability, and self-reflection following incidents of conflict, such as verbal abuse. By moving through different perspectives—their own, the victim’s, the teacher’s, and their peers’—pupils gain a deeper understanding of the wider impact of their actions.
This interactive conflict-resolution tool can be adapted when the victim is a teacher, using a simplified three-chair approach. Perfect for restorative practice, behaviour management, and social-emotional learning (SEL), this strategy encourages a more respectful and reflective classroom environment.
Ideal for:
Teachers & school leaders
Behaviour mentors & pastoral teams
Social-emotional learning (SEL) programmes
Restorative justice interventions
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Empower your students to transform challenges into opportunities with our comprehensive resource, “Overcome and Succeed.”
This tool equips educators with engaging activities and real-life examples to foster resilience and a growth mindset in the classroom. Students will explore stories of individuals who have turned obstacles into stepping stones, learning how to apply these lessons to their own lives.
The resource includes interactive exercises, discussion prompts, and reflective activities designed to build confidence and problem-solving skills.
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Colour My Feelings – A valuable tool for educators to help students develop interoception—the ability to recognize and understand internal body signals linked to emotions. This daily check-in encourages learners to map their feelings, identify where they experience them physically, and build self-regulation strategies. Particularly beneficial for neurodivergent students, those with anxiety, or anyone who struggles with emotional awareness, this resource fosters self-understanding and well-being in the classroom.”
Supporting Students in Understanding Personal Boundaries
This Personal Space & Boundaries Map is designed to help students develop a clear understanding of personal boundaries and appropriate social interactions. Through a structured, visual approach, this resource enables children to categorize relationships, set personal limits, and navigate social situations with confidence.
Clear and structured framework for understanding personal space
Customizable sections for students to reflect on their comfort levels
Discussion prompts and activities to encourage meaningful conversations
Ideal for educators, counselors, and caregivers supporting social-emotional learning
This tool promotes self-awareness, respect for boundaries, and positive social interactions in a way that is accessible and age-appropriate.
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This resource is designed to help pupils reflect on interpersonal interactions by encouraging them to express their thoughts and feelings through words, drawings, or both. It guides them to consider what was said, their responses, the underlying meanings, their emotions, physical sensations, and strategies for future situations. This approach fosters self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and effective communication skills.
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This mountain biking-themed goal-setting worksheet is designed to help individuals set and achieve personal, academic, or professional goals using the metaphor of a mountain bike trail. The resource includes structured, engaging exercises that guide users through:
Setting a goal (The Destination)
Gathering resources and strategies (Gearing Up)
Identifying challenges (The Climb)
Finding motivation and momentum (Flow Zone)
Tracking progress (Trail Markers)
Celebrating success (The Summit)
It also includes educator guidance, making it ideal for schools, coaching, therapy, and personal development.
Who is this resource for?
Mountain Bike Enthusiasts & Outdoor Adventurers
Perfect for young riders, cycling clubs, or schools using sport as a tool for engagement.
ADHD & Neurodivergent Thinkers
Uses visual structure and movement-based metaphors to make abstract concepts more tangible and accessible.
Encourages breaking down large goals into smaller, achievable steps—ideal for those who struggle with executive function.
Supports non-linear thinking and self-paced progress, allowing individuals to navigate their own journey.
SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) Support
Provides a positive, growth-focused framework for individuals working on self-esteem, perseverance, and resilience.
Encourages self-reflection and emotional regulation by framing challenges as part of the journey rather than barriers to success.
Ideal for mentoring, therapy sessions, or group discussions in SEMH settings.
Educators, Coaches & Youth Workers
A ready-to-use goal-setting resource with a highly engaging outdoor adventure theme.
Helps build a growth mindset, motivation, and resilience in students.
Suitable for individual reflection, classroom discussions, or mentoring programmes.
‘Taco the Task Tortoise’ helps teachers and students stay organized and motivated by turning goals into achievable steps. Students choose a goal, then complete specific tasks to fill in the tortoise’s shell, visually tracking their progress along the way. Each completed task brings them closer to their goal, reinforcing time management, responsibility, and perseverance.
The visually rewarding and interactive nature of Task Tortoise makes it especially effective for students with ADHD, helping them stay focused, engaged, and motivated.
Whether used for assignments, classroom jobs, or personal milestones, this interactive resource makes learning fun and rewarding! A perfect tool to keep students engaged and accountable.
Help children recognise and manage feelings of overwhelm with this engaging and interactive worksheet. Featuring a storm cloud for identifying triggers, a sunshine space for calming strategies, and a central image of an overwhelmed brain, this tool encourages reflection and regulation. Perfect for classrooms, therapy sessions, or home use, this resource can be revisited and added to over time, promoting ongoing self-awareness and emotional growth. Ideal for promoting mental well-being in a fun and visually appealing way!
A Creative Resource to Build Confidence and Foster Positivity in Children
This engaging activity is designed to help children recognize and celebrate the kind words and positive affirmations they receive. Perfect for teachers, therapists, and parents, this resource encourages self-reflection, creativity, and emotional growth, making it an ideal tool for boosting confidence and self-esteem in young learners.
The worksheet features a customizable “jar” where children can collect and preserve compliments, encouragement, and kind words they hear from others. It’s a fun and meaningful way to help them focus on their strengths and feel valued.
How to Use This Resource:
• Creative Expression: Children can decorate their jar with colors, patterns, and personal touches, adding a sense of ownership and creativity to the activity.
• Reflection and Gratitude: Guide children to write down kind words or compliments they’ve received—whether from peers, teachers, family members, or friends. They can even include who said it or when it happened.
• Ongoing Positivity: Encourage children to keep adding to their jar as they hear new compliments, helping them build a growing collection of positive affirmations.
• Emotional Regulation: Use the jar as a tool for self-reflection. When children feel discouraged or need a confidence boost, they can revisit the words in their jar for reassurance and encouragement.
Why It’s Effective:
This resource is more than just an art activity—it’s a way to nurture emotional well-being. By focusing on the good things others say, children develop a positive self-image and learn to appreciate their unique qualities.
It’s an excellent addition to:
• Classroom activities focused on kindness and self-esteem.
• Therapy sessions as a tool for emotional growth and self-acceptance.
• Home routines to encourage positive communication and reflection.
This resource not only supports children in recognizing their own value but also inspires them to share kindness with others. A simple yet powerful way to help children grow into confident, empathetic individuals.
This Circle of Control intervention is a practical and engaging tool designed to help children and young people understand and manage their emotions by focusing on what they can and cannot control. Perfect for use in schools, therapy sessions, or at home, this activity empowers individuals to identify areas of influence in their lives and develop a sense of control, reducing anxiety and promoting problem-solving skills.
Features:
Clear and visually appealing.
Step-by-step instructions for educators, therapists, or parents to facilitate the intervention.
Printable PDF format for easy use in different settings.
Suitable for use across primary and secondary education, or neurodiverse individuals.
Benefits:
• Encourages self-awareness and emotional regulation.
• Supports mental health by teaching coping strategies for stress and uncertainty.
• Promotes resilience by focusing energy on actionable areas.
This download is ideal for anyone working with children, including teachers, therapists, or parents. Equip your toolkit with this simple yet impactful resource to support emotional well-being.
This info sheet is a simple guide to help teachers set up and use continuous provision in Year 1. It explains:
What continuous provision is.
The benefits of continuous provision
Key areas of continuous provision
Tips for effective implementation.
Examples of activities.
Perfect for Year 1 teachers, this resource will help you create a fun and engaging classroom that supports all learners.
Introduce the Rose, Leaf, and Thorn method to your classroom or group to help pupils reflect on their emotions. The rose represents something positive, the leaf highlights something ongoing, and the thorn identifies a challenge. This engaging activity encourages self-awareness, emotional growth, and meaningful discussions.
This craft activity is a delightful and engaging way to create a personalized Christmas keepsake while celebrating the growth of children. The Christmas Height Ribbon Bauble is versatile and suitable for use both at home and in schools, making it ideal for families and educators alike.
Key Features:
Personalized Keepsake: Each bauble contains a ribbon measured to the height of a child, serving as a meaningful and unique reminder of their growth.
Creative Activity: Children can add their personal touch by decorating the bauble and label, fostering creativity and hands-on engagement.
Easy to Implement: With simple materials like a plastic bauble, ribbon, and labels, this craft is easy to set up and execute.
Educational Value: It encourages measuring skills, fine motor development, and artistic expression.
Settings for Use:
At Home: A heartwarming family activity to create memories and cherished ornaments for the Christmas tree.
In Schools: A festive classroom project that combines creativity and learning, perfect for art lessons, Christmas celebrations, or end-of-term activities.
This craft is a wonderful way to capture the magic of the season while creating a lasting memento to treasure for years to come.
Reluctant toilet user? This may help
Description:
“Toilet Time Tales,” a creative and engaging resource designed to make toilet training an exciting journey for both parents and children. This innovative story prompt combines imagination, visual aids, and the essential process of using the toilet to create a positive and interactive experience for your child.
Key Features:
Interactive Visual Prompts: “Toilet Time Tales” is packed with colourful and captivating images that spark your child’s imagination. Each image represents a unique element of a story, waiting to be woven together with your child’s creative input. From friendly wizards embarking on adventures to magical worlds waiting to be explored, these images transform the toilet space into a canvas for storytelling.
Parent-Child Bonding: Toilet training can sometimes be a challenging phase for both parents and children. “Toilet Time Tales” brings you together with your child in a shared storytelling experience, fostering a sense of connection and cooperation. As you create stories together, your child’s anxieties about using the toilet can transform into moments of laughter and enjoyment.
Empowerment and Choice: This resource empowers your child by allowing them to take an active role in the storytelling process. By giving them choices on characters, settings, and actions, you help them regain a sense of control over a potentially stressful situation. This newfound sense of agency can translate into increased confidence in using the toilet independently.
Customizable Stories: The modular nature of “Toilet Time Tales” ensures that each session can be tailored to your child’s preferences. Whether they’re in the mood for a daring space odyssey or a magical underwater quest, the images can be rearranged to create countless story variations. This flexibility keeps the experience fresh and exciting, encouraging regular toilet use.
Positive Reinforcement: As your child engages in storytelling during toilet breaks, they’ll associate these moments with fun and creativity. This positive reinforcement can alleviate any resistance or reluctance towards using the toilet, gradually transforming it from a chore to a fun part of their routine.
How to Use:
Begin Storytelling: Invite your child to select an image and start telling a story based on it. Encourage them to use their imagination to describe characters, settings, and events.
Take Turns: As the story progresses, take turns adding new images and ideas to the narrative. This interactive exchange keeps both you and your child engaged and invested in the story.
Celebrate Creativity: Embrace the unexpected twists and turns your child’s imagination brings to the story. Celebrate their creativity and enthusiasm, making each storytelling session a memorable experience.
This resource empowers both parents and children to conquer toilet training challenges together through creativity, imagination, and a strong sense of connection.
I created this excel sheet because our local authority ask for two SEND Plans to evidence that there have been two cycles of the graduated approach as part of the EHCAR documentation (although I acknowledge that there is no such requirement in the SEND Code of Practice).
Using this table you can detail the intent, implementation and impact of the different interventions/resources used to date.
Suggestion slips which are made available to parents on open evening, cup-a-chat, drop in. They can also be filled in by pupils to collect a student voice.
“The Assault Cycle” by Breakwell is a model of aggression that was introduced in Breakwell, G. (1997) Coping with Aggressive Behaviour. Leicester, British Psychological Society
According to the model, aggressive behaviour is a cyclical process that progresses through a series of phases. The five phases of the assault cycle, as described by Breakwell, are:
Trigger: The first phase involves the trigger event, which sets the aggressive behavior in motion. The trigger can be internal (such as frustration or anger) or external (such as a perceived threat).
Escalation: The second phase is characterized by an increase in the intensity of the aggressor’s behaviour. The aggressor may become more verbal or physical, and may experience a loss of control.
Crisis: The third phase is a critical point in the cycle, where the aggressor may lose all self-control and act out in a violent manner.
Plateau or Recovery: The fourth phase involves a decrease in the aggressor’s behaviour, as they begin to regain control over their actions.
Post-Crisis Depression: The final phase involves a return to normal behaviour, although the aftermath of the assault may continue to have an impact on both the aggressor and the victim.
The Assault Cycle model can be useful in understanding and managing aggressive behaviour, as it emphasises the importance of identifying triggers and intervening early in the cycle to prevent escalation. By recognizing the warning signs of aggression and taking proactive steps to address the situation, individuals can help to defuse potentially violent situations before they escalate.
We use this PowerPoint to capture and record triggers, signs and strategies for each phase. The first slide shows an entire cycle, this is followed by a slide for each phase with an image of that point on the graph on the left, and titled text boxes to complete on the right.
They are individual to the child and they are stored in an easily accessible shared folder on our SharePoint; this means that it can be completed collaboratively and dynamically. We have found it to be a very useful tool for supporting children who are regularly acting aggressively or who go into crisis, perhaps from overstimulation or in response to a headache. The behaviour may be a trait of a particular neurodivergence such as ASD or pathological demand avoidance.
We use this tool within an early years setting, but it could be applied at any level within education. We have found it to be very useful for identifying triggers so that that strategies can be put in place immediately which are specific to that individual child, so that they do not get to crisis point; or if they do, to ensure that their support is individual and appropriate for them.