COUNTING TO 10 ACTIVITIES & CRAFT – Coping Skills Toolbox

Are you searching for a creative way to teach children how to calm down and manage their emotions? Our Count to 10 Activities resource is a fantastic addition to your school counseling toolbox or SEL curriculum. This resource, part of our comprehensive coping skills toolbox, introduces the calming strategy of counting to 10 through the relatable and engaging story of Sammy the Snail. Perfect for school counselors, teachers, and parents, this resource helps children develop self-regulation skills while exploring the slow, steady approach of counting to 10.

What’s included in our Count to 10 Activities pack:

• Letter to Students: A welcoming note that introduces children to the concept of counting to 10 as a simple, effective way to pause, reflect, and calm down.
• Count to 10 Tip Sheet: A kid-friendly guide with step-by-step instructions to help children practice counting to 10 when they feel overwhelmed or upset.
• Snails & Counting to 10 Handout: Fun and educational facts about snails, connecting their slow, steady movements to the calming process of counting to 10.
• Story – “Sammy the Snail Counts to 10”: A delightful story about Sammy learning how counting to 10 helps him navigate challenges, making this coping strategy relatable and memorable for kids.
• Snail Crafts: Two Types of Snail Cut-and-Paste Crafts, available in black-and-white and color versions, providing a creative and interactive activity to reinforce the lesson.
• 12 Reflective Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking prompts to encourage children to think about how counting to 10 can help them manage emotions and stay calm.

Our Count to 10 Activities resource is designed to teach children an essential calming strategy in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way. Ideal for use in school counseling sessions, SEL programs, or at home, this resource helps kids embrace a slow and steady approach to managing emotions – just like Sammy the Snail!

► Looking for more SEL workbook topics? We’ve got you covered!

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• CBT Workbook – Thoughts Feelings Behaviors for Teenagers
• Self Esteem and Feelings Workbook
• Emotions & Self Care Workbook
• My Anger Management Workbook

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