Break Choice Desk Cards
MES
Student Self-Regulation Desk Cards
Cut along dashed lines • Laminate for student desks
MES CARD 1
🏃
Movement Break
My body needs to move.
Choose 1 action:
- Stretch arms and legs
- Stand up by my desk
- Take a short walk in room
- Get a drink of water
- Complete a quick movement
“I can ask for a break. When my break is finished, I return to learning.”
MES CARD 2
🎧
Sensory Reset
I need to reset my senses.
Choose 1 action:
- Use a fidget tool quietly
- Headphones or quiet space
- Look away from distractions
- Take a 5-10 minute sensory break
- Use a calming sensory tool
“I can ask for a break. When my break is finished, I return to learning.”
MES CARD 3
🌿
Calm-Down Break
I need to calm my body and mind.
Choose 1 action:
- Take some quiet rest time
- Practice 5 slow, deep breaths
- Sit safely in a calm space
- Use a calming strategy tool
- Return when I am ready to learn
“I can ask for a break. When my break is finished, I return to learning.”
MES CARD 4
🧠
Brain / Helper Break
My brain needs a quick reset.
Choose 1 action:
- Do a quick classroom job
- Get or organize materials
- Help the teacher with a task
- Complete short preferred task
- Take a 5-10 minute reset
“I can ask for a break. When my break is finished, I return to learning.”
Desk Card Dimension: approx. 4.25" × 5.5" (Standard Quarter-Sheet Laminate)
MES PBIS • Tier 1 Self-Regulation Tool