Feelings Wheel Check-In
Children point to a colour or face and choose one regulation strategy.
Key stageEYFS-KS2
Duration5 mins
Materials
- • Feelings colour wheel
5 mins
Positive Behaviour Classroom Toolkit
Positive behaviour toolkit ideas for EYFS to KS2 using reward charts, feelings wheels, calm breaks, and predictable routines.
EYFSKS1KS2BehaviourPrep: Low5-15 mins
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Key stagesEYFS, KS1, KS2
Prep timeLow
Lesson time5-15 mins
Printable supportAvailable
Resource typeBehaviour
Classroom ideas
Activities to try
Calm Break Card Choice
A pupil selects a calm break card and completes a short reset activity.
Key stageKS1-KS2
Duration5-10 mins
Materials
- • SEN calm break cards
5-10 mins
Target Reward Chart
Class or individual charts track one behaviour focus across the week.
Key stageEYFS-KS2
Durationongoing
Materials
- • Reward chart printable
- • Stickers
ongoing
Planning tips
Make the week easier
Praise the specific behaviour you want repeated.
Keep calm breaks available, not earned only after distress.
Review charts weekly and reset goals with the child.
Linked activities
Related at-home activities you can adapt for the classroom.
Feelings Colour Wheel
Use a colour wheel to talk about emotions and calming strategies.
Age4-10
Duration15-25m
CostFree
Ages 4–1015–25 minsFreeindoorPrintable
Calm Breathing Colour Cards
Trace colours while breathing in and out slowly to reset after busy moments.
Age4-10
Duration5-10m
CostFree
Ages 4–105–10 minsFreeindoorPrintable
Calm Colour Sorting
Sort household objects by colour for a quiet, sensory-friendly activity.
Age2-6
Duration10-25m
CostFree
Ages 2–610–25 minsFreeindoorRainy day
Linked printables
Printable classroom resources linked to this guide.
Reward Chart
Ages 3–10Free2 pages
Reward Chart for Kids
A simple weekly reward chart for routines, effort, and positive habits.
Age3-10
Pages2
Worksheet
Ages 4–10Free1 pagesClassroom
Feelings Colour Wheel
A printable colour wheel to support talking about emotions and calming strategies.
Age4-10
Pages1
Routine Chart
Ages 3–11Free2 pages
SEN Calm Break Cards
Gentle break cards with breathing, stretching, and quiet sensory options for overwhelmed children.
Age3-11
Pages2
Routine Chart
Ages 3–8Free3 pages
Morning Routine Chart
A visual routine chart for getting ready on school mornings.
Age3-8
Pages3
Prevention before correction
Visible routines, calm corners, and quick feelings check-ins reduce escalations. Use reward charts for specific, achievable behaviours rather than vague good sitting goals.
FAQs
Common questions
Do reward charts work for every pupil?
Not always. Pair charts with relationship, clear expectations, and sensory supports for better results.
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Adaptation note
Adapt each activity based on class size, age, ability, available space, school policy, and individual needs.
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