Welcome to the Bounce Self and Co-Regulation Posters
Introducing the Bounce Self and Co-Regulation Posters: A Comprehensive Toolkit for Emotional Support
Designed specifically to aid facilitators in addressing the emotional needs of children under their care, this resource provides a versatile set of visual tools.
Enhancing Displays
For effective display use, begin with introductory lessons on emotional concepts, emphasising the scale of emotions and how these tools contribute to regulating emotions back to a balanced state. Integrate ‘wellness breaks’ aligned with the display, such as guided breathing exercises after activities, demonstrating effective strategies while promoting classroom well-being.
Practical Mats for Individual or Group Use
Print and utilise these posters in personalised or small group settings. Guide children through each emotional state depicted, helping them understand and employ the tools to regulate their emotions effectively.
Understanding the Scale
Displayed alongside are scales ranging from 1 to 5, each symbolising different intervention levels for adults. This approach prioritises nervous system regulation over behavioural management:
- Level 1 – Go: Children can independently use these tools for self-regulation.
- Level 2 – Pause: Activation prompts tool use, sometimes needing adult guidance.
- Level 3 – Seek/Find: High arousal necessitates adult co-regulation to manage adrenaline and cortisol.
- Level 4 – Stop: Safety concerns arise as adrenaline and cortisol overwhelm.
- Level 5 – Seek/Find: Block emotions to prevent overwhelm, needing adult reassurance to feel secure.
Daily Application and Long-term Goals
Recognising the fluid nature of emotional states, the goal is consistent awareness and effective regulation to prevent prolonged high-stress states (Levels 3, 4, 5). Empowering children to recognise and manage these fluctuations fosters emotional resilience and stability.
By integrating these posters into daily routines and interventions, educators and caregivers not only support immediate emotional needs but also cultivate lifelong emotional regulation skills essential for overall well-being.
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