Staying steady when big feelings take over — meltdown vs. tantrum, what helps in the moment and what to do after.
What’s inside
- Meltdown or tantrum? How to tell and why it changes what helps
- What to do in the storm: fewer words, calm body, safe space
- After the storm: reconnect, then reflect
- A teacher & therapist tip page
Skills it builds
- Co-regulation
- Big feelings
- Calm-down tools
How to use
Read it on a calm day, pick your two go-to moves, and keep the page handy. Print for families, classrooms or your handout folder. Ready in 2 minutes.
From a pediatric OT
Made by Ms. Aviv, a licensed pediatric occupational therapist, and used with real kids before it reaches you. Print-ready PDF on US Letter (prints on A4 with “fit to page”).
Staying steady when big feelings take over — meltdown vs. tantrum, what helps in the moment and what to do after.
What’s inside
- Meltdown or tantrum? How to tell and why it changes what helps
- What to do in the storm: fewer words, calm body, safe space
- After the storm: reconnect, then reflect
- A teacher & therapist tip page
Skills it builds
- Co-regulation
- Big feelings
- Calm-down tools
How to use
Read it on a calm day, pick your two go-to moves, and keep the page handy. Print for families, classrooms or your handout folder. Ready in 2 minutes.
From a pediatric OT
Made by Ms. Aviv, a licensed pediatric occupational therapist, and used with real kids before it reaches you. Print-ready PDF on US Letter (prints on A4 with “fit to page”).
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