Practical Self-Regulation Strategies
Support young children to manage emotions, behaviours, and transitions with confidence.
Why These Cards?
Supporting self-regulation in early years can feel overwhelming. From emotional outbursts to transition struggles, practitioners often find themselves searching for the right words or strategies in the moment.
That’s where these Self-Regulation Strategy Cards step in. Durable, practical, and always close to hand, they give you confidence and clarity when you need it most.
Who are they perfect for?
- Nursery teams
- Teachers
- SENCOs
- Childminders
- Students
🎥 See Our Cards in Action
Key Benefits
These aren’t just flashcards - they’re designed to be your on-the-go toolkit for real-life early years challenges.
Printed on NeverTear
Each card is made from high-quality, tear-proof, wipeable material. That means no bent corners, no frayed edges, and no worries if little hands (or sticky fingers) get hold of them. They’ll withstand daily use in even the busiest settings.
Compact and Portable
The full set comes with a handy lanyard, so your strategies are literally always within reach. No rummaging through files or searching online — just flip to the right card and you’re ready. Perfect for staff on the move between rooms or supporting children outdoors.
Evidence-Based
These cards are not theory-heavy or abstract. They’re built on 25+ years of sector expertise and real-world testing with practitioners. You can trust that every strategy is practical, effective, and ready to use instantly — because they’ve been tried, refined, and proven in real early years settings.
Value Built-In
The price you see is the price you pay - postage is included. No hidden extras, no unexpected add-ons. You’ll receive a ready-to-use set that will keep paying for itself in calm, confident moments every single day.
📣 What People Are Saying
Every practitioner should have a set of these cards. They’re simple, practical, and so easy to use with children and staff.
I love how easy they are to use. The children respond so well, and it’s given me real confidence in supporting emotional development every day.
How They Help in Practice
Imagine this: A child is struggling during tidy-up time, overwhelmed and tearful. Instead of searching for solutions, you glance at your lanyard, pull out the “Transitions” card, and have an instant, practical strategy to guide the child calmly through.
These cards help you:
- Calm tricky moments with tried-and-tested strategies
- Encourage independence and resilience in young children
- Promote shared understanding between staff, students, and parents
- Embed emotional intelligence into everyday routines, naturally and consistently
Designed for early years settings, these simple, powerful tools will support calm, confident, and emotionally intelligent classrooms and nurseries.
Each set contains 12 beautifully designed, evidence-based cards covering the most essential areas of self-regulation and emotional development in young children.
Choose Your Set!
Ready to bring calm and confidence into your setting?
Select the option that suits you best.
5 Lanyards
Best value - kit out your team and make sure everyone has strategies to hand.