Help children learn and utilise the effective 5-4-3-2-1 technique for managing panic attacks and big emotions with this grounding worksheet.

What is the 5,4,3,2,1 technique?

The 5,4,3,2,1 grounding technique is one of the most universal grounding techniques and one of the most effective. This technique uses your senses to feel grounded and present in your environment, which helps you to feel calm, focused and centred.

By engaging their senses and exploring their environment, children can find calm and regain control over their emotions. This resource teaches them valuable coping techniques that can last a lifetime, by asking them to fill in what they can see, hear, taste, touch and smell.

The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique helps children develop mindfulness and self-regulation skills, reducing anxiety and stress. By incorporating this worksheet into their routines, children gain a tool to manage panic attacks, high emotions, intrusive thoughts, and distress.

Parents, professionals, and teachers can use this fun and interactive worksheet to help children develop coping strategies, enhancing their emotional well-being and resilience.