Self Regulation and Brain Break Posters for Kids

Help your students move from stuck, overwhelmed, or distracted to ready to learn with this engaging set of self-regulation and brain break posters. Designed with a clear “My Brain is…” system, this resource combines growth mindset strategies, social emotional learning (SEL), and brain breaks to give students the tools they actually need to manage their emotions and learning behaviours

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Instead of telling students to “just focus”, these posters show them exactly what their brain is feeling, what they can do, and why it works — building independence, confidence, and resilience in your classroom.

These posters are more than just displays, they are a practical classroom toolkit. Each poster supports students in recognising their feelings and taking action with simple, effective strategies.

 

What is included:

• 8 “My Brain Is…” posters, including:
  • Stuck
  • Tired
  • Worried
  • Silly (overexcited)
  • Confident
  • Confused
  • Distracted
  • Overwhelmed

• Each poster includes:
  • Student-friendly thought prompts
  • Clear “What You Can Do” brain break strategies
  • Simple explanations of “Why This Helps”
• Brain Break Strategy Cards
• 3 printing options (as shown in preview):
  • Rainbow
  • Black & Pink
  • Black & White (ink-saving option)

 

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How to use it in the classroom:

• Introduce one brain state at a time and model the strategies
• Refer to posters during real learning moments
• Ask: “Which brain are you right now?”
• Let students choose a brain break to reset
• Use during:
  • Whole class lessons
  • Small group work
  • Transitions
  • Behaviour support moments

Benefits for students:

• Builds self awareness and emotional regulation
• Encourages independence and responsibility
• Develops a strong growth mindset
• Improves focus, engagement, and persistence
• Gives students tools they can use beyond the classroom

 

"I would not use any other growth mindset resource other than those created by Rainbow Sky Creations" Lyndal R

 

We are passionate about helping teachers here at Rainbow Sky Creations. We hope you and your students enjoy these resources.

 

Thanks for visiting!

 

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Terms of Use: Copyright of this material is reserved in accordance with the Copyright Act 1968. This purchase is for single classroom/home use only. Additional reproduction of part or all of this resource is prohibited without the written authority of Rainbow Sky Creations. All content and clipart in these files have been created by Rainbow Sky Creations and therefore remain the property of Rainbow Sky Creations.

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