Movement: Grounding Technique: A Body-Based Emotional Regulation Toolkit 

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Big feelings can be overwhelming for children — especially when they don’t yet have the words to explain what’s happening inside. Movement: Grounding Technique is a thoughtfully designed, body-based toolkit that helps children and tweens release physical and emotional build-up, reconnect with their bodies, and return to a sense of calm.

This resource recognises that emotional regulation doesn’t start with talking — it starts with the body. Through simple, intentional movements, children learn how to notice their feelings, release tension, and feel more settled, supported, and in control.

Designed for children and tweens (approximately ages 7–14), this printable toolkit offers multiple entry points for regulation, making it suitable for use at home, in classrooms, therapy spaces, and group settings.

What This Resource Helps Children Learn

• How to use movement to manage big emotions

• How to pause, reset, and calm their bodies when feelings feel overwhelming

• How to release tension and excess energy in safe, supportive ways

• How to build awareness of their body as a helpful guide to emotional wellbeing

Rather than focusing on “fixing” emotions, this resource supports children in listening to their bodies and responding with care.

What’s Included (50+ Pages)

This is a complete movement grounding toolkit, offering different tools for different emotional moments.

1. Guided Movement Pages – Body Break Boosts (12 Movements)

Each movement is introduced through a full-page guide that helps children:

• understand the purpose of the movement,

• follow simple, clear instructions,

• and connect movement with calming awareness.

These pages are ideal for learning, adult-guided use, and calmer moments.

2. Quick-Use Movement Cards

For moments when emotions are high and attention is low, this resource includes simplified movement cards featuring:

• the movement name,

• and a clear illustration only.

These cards are designed for fast, low-effort regulation and can be:

• printed and cut,

• laminated,

• used in calm corners,

• or kept accessible for quick body resets.

3. Dice Throw Movement Tool

The dice-based movement tool removes the pressure of choosing what to do next.

Children simply roll the die and follow the corresponding movement. This supports:

• decision-making relief,

• playful engagement,

• and letting the body take the lead.

Clear instructions are included to guide use independently or with adult support.

4. Movement Tracker & Checklist

The tracker encourages consistency, reflection, and confidence-building by helping children:

• record which movements they’ve tried,

• notice how their body feels before and after,

• and celebrate progress over time.

This supports self-awareness without pressure or performance.

5. Quick “How to Use” Guidance

Step-by-step instructions explain how to use each part of the toolkit, helping adults and children feel confident and supported rather than overwhelmed.

Key Benefits

Emotional Regulation
Supports children in calming their nervous systems through intentional movement.

Body Awareness
Encourages children to recognise their bodies as helpful signals, not problems to fix.

Flexible & Inclusive
Designed for individual use, small groups, classrooms, therapy settings, and homes.

Low Language Demand
Especially helpful for children who struggle to express feelings verbally or who become overwhelmed easily.

Preventative & Practical
Ideal for daily check-ins, transitions, calm-down routines, or emotional reset moments.

Who This Resource Is For

• Parents supporting their child’s emotional wellbeing

• Teachers and school staff implementing SEL or calm-down strategies

• Counsellors, therapists, and SEN professionals

• Homeschool educators

• Youth workers and group facilitators

• Children and tweens who benefit from movement-based regulation

Why This Toolkit Works

• Developmentally appropriate and child-centred

• Grounded in body-based regulation principles

• Warm, accessible, and non-judgmental

• Designed to be used repeatedly, not just once

• Supports independence while remaining gentle and supportive

Format & Access

• Digital PDF – Instant Download

• No physical product will be shipped

• Print as needed or use digitally on a tablet

Paper Size

Designed in A4 (210 × 297 mm)
Easily scalable to US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)
Works well for both home and professional printing

Important Note

This resource is designed to support emotional regulation and wellbeing. It is not a replacement for professional mental health care. Children should always complete movements at their own comfort level, with adult support as needed.