Brave Steps

A comprehensive emotional regulation sequence designed to teach elementary students (K-6) to use silent, non-verbal signals, desk regulation cards, and visual supports to communicate distress and access coping strategies before escalating. Includes 6 scripted lessons, a visual toolbox, and self-monitoring tracking tools.

Provides an interactive review of all silent signal strategies through roleplay, partner activities, and the creation of a personalized Silent Signal Plan.

An interactive student planning worksheet and commitment contract. Students customize their personal silent signaling setup, draw or list their top 2 desk strategies, and sign a self-regulation pledge.

A comprehensive 20-minute social skills intervention program designed to build emotional awareness and labeling competencies. Includes highly visual emotion-labeling charts, desk strips, and step-by-step teacher facilitation guides for modeling and guided practice.

Introduces kid-friendly self-monitoring trackers using visual emoji scales, helping students identify their emotional states before escalation and record their progress daily.

A beautiful, print-ready 2-page self-monitoring booklet. Page 1 is a visual, emoji-based daily emotion check-in log for K-2 students, while Page 2 provides an analytical 5-point tracking scale and reflection log for 3-6 students.

A cohesive, multi-week daily transition framework containing quick 5-minute morning routines designed to build positive self-reflection and community belonging in K-1 classrooms.

Introduces visual choice boards and strategy cards that allow students to select a calming or self-regulation strategy without having to verbalize their choice during high anxiety.

A beautiful visual choice board designed for student desks. Page 1 features highly visual, animal-themed strategies for K-2 (e.g., star breathing, cat stretch), while Page 2 provides cognitive grounding and box breathing tools for grades 3-6.

A 3-lesson cooperative learning unit designed for Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade. Utilizing a charming 'Critter Crew' forest theme, students learn sharing, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving through slide decks, activities, anchor charts, and exit tickets.

Teaches students how to use desk-mounted double-sided regulation cards to silently signal their current emotional state, availability for learning, or immediate need for a calming break.

Printable, double-sided desk regulation cards tailored for both younger and older elementary cohorts. Students cut out, fold, and secure these cards to their desk corners to silently communicate their current regulation status.