Reset Button Activity (with parent instructions)

“Reset Button” for Kids

Does your child ever get overwhelmed by big emotions and have a hard time calming down?

The Reset Button is a simple, play-based tool designed to help children pause, regulate their emotions, and feel more in control—without power struggles or repeated reminders to “just calm down.”

What This Tool Helps With

• Emotional outbursts or meltdowns

• Difficulty shifting out of anger, anxiety, or frustration

• Feeling “stuck” in big feelings

• Building independence with coping skills

What’s Included

✔ A child-friendly Reset Button worksheet (multiple options) to design their own calming tool ✔ A coping skills sheet to help your child choose what works best for them ✔ Step-by-step instructions