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What It Is:
This is a worksheet designed to help children with self-regulation strategies. It features a space for the child's name and the prompt 'Before I explode I can...'. It includes eight illustrated boxes with different coping mechanisms such as 'Ask for help,' 'Go for a walk,' 'Take deep breaths,' 'Count to ten,' 'Take a break,' 'Get a drink of water,' 'Talk to someone,' and 'Think happy thoughts.' Children are instructed to circle the ideas they want to use. There are also lines for the child to write down what tools they can use.
Grade Level Suitability:
This worksheet is suitable for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. The simple language and illustrations make it accessible to younger children, while the concepts of self-regulation are valuable for older elementary students as well. The writing portion allows for differentiated instruction based on the child's writing abilities.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps children identify and practice self-regulation strategies to manage their emotions and behavior. It provides visual cues and concrete actions they can take when feeling overwhelmed or angry. It encourages self-awareness and proactive coping skills.
How to Use It:
First, have the child write their name at the top. Then, read the prompt 'Before I explode I can...' aloud. Discuss each of the illustrated coping mechanisms and have the child circle the ones they think would be helpful. Finally, encourage the child to write down any additional tools they can use in the blank lines provided.
Target Users:
This worksheet is ideal for elementary school students, especially those who struggle with emotional regulation, anger management, or impulsive behaviors. It can be used by teachers, counselors, parents, or therapists to support children's social-emotional development.
This is a worksheet designed to help children with self-regulation strategies. It features a space for the child's name and the prompt 'Before I explode I can...'. It includes eight illustrated boxes with different coping mechanisms such as 'Ask for help,' 'Go for a walk,' 'Take deep breaths,' 'Count to ten,' 'Take a break,' 'Get a drink of water,' 'Talk to someone,' and 'Think happy thoughts.' Children are instructed to circle the ideas they want to use. There are also lines for the child to write down what tools they can use.
Grade Level Suitability:
This worksheet is suitable for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. The simple language and illustrations make it accessible to younger children, while the concepts of self-regulation are valuable for older elementary students as well. The writing portion allows for differentiated instruction based on the child's writing abilities.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps children identify and practice self-regulation strategies to manage their emotions and behavior. It provides visual cues and concrete actions they can take when feeling overwhelmed or angry. It encourages self-awareness and proactive coping skills.
How to Use It:
First, have the child write their name at the top. Then, read the prompt 'Before I explode I can...' aloud. Discuss each of the illustrated coping mechanisms and have the child circle the ones they think would be helpful. Finally, encourage the child to write down any additional tools they can use in the blank lines provided.
Target Users:
This worksheet is ideal for elementary school students, especially those who struggle with emotional regulation, anger management, or impulsive behaviors. It can be used by teachers, counselors, parents, or therapists to support children's social-emotional development.




