Zones of Regulation Flashcards – A7 Size for Lanyards & On-the-Go Support! - Self-Regulation and Emotional Literacy Resources by Be Happy Resource

Support emotional regulation wherever you go with our Zones of Regulation Flashcards. These handy A7-sized flashcards are perfect for professionals, parents, and educators who want to help children and young people recognise their emotions and apply practical coping strategies in real-time. Designed to fit on a lanyard or slip easily into a pocket, these flashcards offer a portable way to reinforce self-regulation throughout the day.

About This Resource

Each set of Zones of Regulation Flashcards includes:

• Four emotions per zone – helping children identify how they are feeling.
• Four coping strategies per zone – providing instant, practical techniques to support emotional regulation.
• A7 compact size – ideal for lanyards, keyrings, or keeping in a bag/pocket for easy access.
• Portable and Flexible – designed for frequent use in classrooms, therapy sessions and everyday settings. Laminate them for extra durability!
• Includes Blank Cards for Personalisation - Includes a set of blank cards to explore coping skills and personalise [optional].

Features

• Zones-Based Support: The flashcards follow the well-established Zones of Regulation framework, categorising emotions into four colour-coded zones (Blue, Green, Yellow, and Red).
• Visual & Simple: Designed to be easy to understand for children, supporting self-regulation.
• Quick Reference: Whether in a classroom, playground, therapy session, or at home, these flashcards provide instant emotional support.

Benefits

• Encourages Emotional Awareness: Helps children and young people identify and name their emotions with ease.
• Teaches Self-Regulation Skills: Provides practical coping strategies that can be applied immediately.
• Supports Independence: Allows children to self-check and select appropriate strategies when they need them.
• Perfect for Educators & Professionals: A great tool for teachers, therapists, social workers, and SENCOs working with children who need additional emotional support.
• Great for Parents & Carers: Keep them handy for calm-down moments, transitions, or emotional check-ins.

How to Use the Flashcards

1. Print, cut out, and attach to a lanyard, keyring, or keep them handy for on-the-go support.
2. Introduce the Zones of Regulation by exploring emotions and practicing the coping strategies included on the cards.
3. Encourage children to personalize their own coping strategies using the optional blank cards—a great way to foster self-awareness.
4. Support independent use by placing the flashcards in calm corners, keeping them accessible during moments of need, or encouraging children to seek support when needed.

Why Zones of Regulation?

The Zones of Regulation framework is widely used in schools and therapy settings to help children and young people develop self-awareness and emotional regulation skills. By categorising emotions into colour-coded zones, children can easily identify how they’re feeling and learn effective strategies to return to a calm, focussed state.

These Zones of Regulation Flashcards are an essential tool for supporting emotional regulation on the go. With four emotions and four coping skills per zone, they provide an easy-to-use, practical solution for children, educators, and parents. Whether in a classroom, at home, or out and about, these flashcards help build emotional awareness and resilience wherever they are needed!

Get your Zones of Regulation Flashcards now and empower children with the tools they need to manage their emotions anytime, anywhere.