Learning Diversity

Learning Diversity Leader - Ms Belinda Smith

Calm Down Activity - Creating Calm Jars

A calming jar (sometimes called a glitter jar or mindfulness jar) is a simple tool that can help children manage strong emotions and develop self-regulation skills. It is a clear container filled with water, glitter, and a thickening agent such as clear glue. When shaken, the glitter swirls around before slowly settling to the bottom.

The glitter can represent a child's thoughts and feelings. When children feel upset, worried, angry, or overwhelmed, their thoughts can feel busy and unsettled, just like the glitter moving around the jar. Watching the glitter slowly settle while taking deep breaths can help children pause, focus their attention, and return to a calmer state.

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