Paws for a Pause Calm Down Poster

🐾 18 gentle ways to pause, calm down and reset, with a cute animal friend! 🐾

When big feelings take over, it can be hard for children to remember what helps. Paws for a Pause puts 18 calming choices on one friendly poster, so children can look, choose and take a moment for themselves. Each choice is written as a positive "I can…" statement, helping children feel capable and in control. Choose from 4 animal styles, or use them all around the home and classroom!

Created by The SEN Advocate.

🐶 WHAT'S INCLUDED – 4 POSTERS 🐶

• Cockapoo • Hamster • Ragdoll cat • Bunny

💛 18 CALM CHOICES ON EVERY POSTER I can take deep breaths • I can count to 10 • I can have a drink of water • I can use my sensory toys • I can find a quiet space • I can hug a cuddly toy • I can listen to calm music • I can draw or colour • I can stretch my body • I can ask for a break • I can talk to a trusted adult • I can squeeze something soft • I can focus on something I like • I can use a cosy blanket • I can spend time with my pet • I can be kind to myself – it's okay to feel like this • I can remember this feeling will pass • I can try again when I feel ready

🏫 PERFECT FOR • Calm corners and safe spaces • SEN and SEND classrooms and mainstream schools • Bedrooms, playrooms and home calm spaces • Autistic, ADHD and anxious children • Therapy rooms and nurture groups • Animal lovers!

🖨️ FILE DETAILS • 1 PDF, 4 pages • A4 portrait, one poster per page • Print at home or at a print shop • Laminate for durability, or enlarge to A3 for a wall display

📥 INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD This is a digital product. No physical item will be sent. Your file will be available to download as soon as payment is confirmed.

📌 PLEASE NOTE For personal, classroom and therapy use only. Please do not resell, share or redistribute the files. Colours may vary slightly depending on your screen and printer.

Any questions? Just send me a message, I'm always happy to help! 💛 The SEN Advocate