Testimonials:

“Super cool- the students just can’t get enough of it!”

I love that it included the pieces for the activity (hexagonal thinking), so I can easily try it out in my classroom. I also loved that I could look through the information when I had the time. The treats were a lovely and kind bonus.

It was convenient, applicable to my classroom, and motivating because of the food! Love it.

It was easy to complete the form and the topic choices were not overwhelming. I was able to choose something relevant to my current needs. The treats were an added bonus.

I appreciated this approach for multiple reasons. The novelty and treats were unique and super engaging. The material I looked at was something I could use immediately.

The Clam Down Corner was not in a “corner” in my classroom, so we called it “mindful Moment.” Students were able to take a Mindful Moment when they felt they needed to reset. Teachers also had the opportunity to give a student a “Mindful Moment” toke as a signal to take a break. All students benefitted from these resources and it was a great addition to my classroom that I will continue to use each year!

My kids really liked the Calm Down Corner. It made them feel safe and gave them a chance to regroup when they felt stressed.

I really appreciate having a Calm Down Corner in our classroom because it empowers children and supports a calm and respectful classroom culture!  Children can go there to calm down if they are feeling stressed or upset, or even if they are hyper and have to settle themselves.  It is great to empower children to recognize this in themselves and find their voices to ask for time in this calming space.  Sometimes in our large class, a child may just need to step off for a few minutes to reset.  I love how the children respect each other enough to recognize that they may need this time or when others need it.  It is supportive of our PBIS objectives of Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Kind!  I even use it after the AM Kinders leave to reset for my afternoon!

The calming corner is a safe space where my students feel they can reset, refocus, and process emotions.  We have been using this method for about two years in the classroom with excellent results. Students know they can ask anytime for a break in the calming corner and some even find it a safe space to work with partners on different activities.  This year I have two separate spaces so that more students can utilize the calming corner method at one time.  I find that it is often needed after recess and towards the end of the day.  It ties in nicely with our new wellness curriculum and students are now seeing calming corners in all areas of the school.  It continues to promote a sense of mental well-being and safety which is something that I strive to achieve in my classroom environment.

Calm down corners help children to practice identifying feelings and emotions to better manage stress, self-regulate and control their impulses. It has been a positive addition to our classrooms at South Elementary. Students are aware that they are accessible in each room they encounter.  Even if they are not using the specific space at times, they are using the “tools” to help focus on an assignment at their learning space.  Teachers have incorporated creative ways to involve Zen Zones for self-calming, and mindfulness strategies to help make respectful and responsible choices.