by Beth at Sweetly Sings the Songbird
1st - 4th Grade
Help your students build emotional awareness and self-regulation skills—right in the music room! My Calm Choices gives students a visual, hands-on way to practice calming strategies before performances, during class transitions, or anytime nerves run high.
✨ What’s Included:
- Full-color + black-and-white printing options
- “My Calm Choices” cut-and-paste activity board
- 8 calming strategy cards with matching visuals:
Take a deep breath, Listen to music, Count to 10, Color a picture, Think happy thoughts, Take a drink, Talk to a friend, Find a quiet place - Ready-to-use, no prep format—perfect for SEL centers or early finishers
❤️ Why You’ll Love It:
- Helps students recognize and manage big emotions during concert season
- Encourages positive self-regulation and calm-down strategies
- Keeps rehearsals and classroom transitions peaceful and productive
- Designed specifically for elementary music teachers and their unique classroom needs
- Blends social-emotional learning with creativity, reflection, and connection
✏️ Standards-Based:
This activity supports SEL Competencies (self-management and self-awareness) and aligns with National Core Arts Standards for responding and connecting. Students learn to express emotions through music and reflection.
☕️ Teacher Tip:
Keep a stack of My Calm Choices boards in your calm corner, sub tub, or concert prep toolkit. Encourage students to revisit their favorite strategies before performances or after high-energy lessons.
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