Free printable behaviour support charts
Free charts for calming down, naming feelings and planning the day, ready to print and use.
16 charts to print and use
Every chart is a free PDF to print for home, school or the community.
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Emotional Needs of Children Chart
A one-page chart of the 5 core emotional needs of children, from secure attachment to limits and self-control.
Download PDF (149 KB) : Emotional Needs of Children Chart -
Behavioural Activation Chart
Two cycles side by side: what happens when we stop doing things we value, and when we gently do more of them.
Download PDF (188 KB) : Behavioural Activation Chart -
Flexible vs Stuck Thinking Poster
An illustrated poster comparing stuck brain and flexible brain self-talk, to help children talk about thinking.
Download PDF (8.3 MB) : Flexible vs Stuck Thinking Poster -
Cognitive Distortions Chart
A one-page guide to 12 common unhelpful thinking patterns, such as catastrophising, each in plain words.
Download PDF (239 KB) : Cognitive Distortions Chart -
4-7-8 Breathing Exercise Sheet
A step-by-step calming sheet: breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 7, then breathe out slowly for 8 seconds.
Download PDF (96 KB) : 4-7-8 Breathing Exercise Sheet -
DBT DEAR MAN Skill Chart
The DEAR MAN skill for asking for what you need: describe, express, assert, reinforce, mindful, appear, negotiate.
Download PDF (33 KB) : DBT DEAR MAN Skill Chart -
DBT Senses Chart for Calming Down
Everyday ideas for moving your focus from your mind onto your senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch.
Download PDF (57 KB) : DBT Senses Chart for Calming Down -
DBT TIPP Skills Chart
The 4 TIPP steps for big emotions: tip the temperature, intense exercise, paced breathing and muscle relaxation.
Download PDF (57 KB) : DBT TIPP Skills Chart -
DBT Wise Mind Chart
A diagram of the rational mind, emotional mind and wise mind, with observe, describe and participate prompts.
Download PDF (59 KB) : DBT Wise Mind Chart -
I Statements Chart for Feelings
A prompt sheet to help children and adults say how they feel: I feel, when, because, and what I need is.
Download PDF (108 KB) : I Statements Chart for Feelings -
First Then Chart Printable
Two blank First and Then boards to fill with words or pictures, to show what happens first and what comes next.
Download PDF (137 KB) : First Then Chart Printable -
Double Breathing Technique Chart
Three steps: breathe in through your nose, take 2 quick breaths in, then breathe out slowly through your mouth.
Download PDF (156 KB) : Double Breathing Technique Chart -
Stages of Change Chart
The 6 stages of change on one tree, from pre-contemplation to termination. Progress is not always a straight line.
Download PDF (261 KB) : Stages of Change Chart -
Behaviour Reward Chart Printable
A weekly behaviour chart with space for each behaviour, daily ticks, points, a goal and a reward.
Download PDF (136 KB) : Behaviour Reward Chart Printable -
PDA Guide for Parents and Carers
A 2-page guide for parents and carers on PDA: what it is, what you might notice and approaches that usually help.
Download PDF (87 KB) : PDA Guide for Parents and Carers -
What Zone Are You In? Emotions Chart
Four colour zones from low energy to overwhelmed, with the feelings in each and a simple step for what to do next.
Download PDF (266 KB) : What Zone Are You In? Emotions Chart
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