Calm-Down Corner for the Classroom
A calm-down corner is a small, defined spot in the classroom where a child can step away, settle and rejoin the group. It works best when it is enclosed enough to feel private, open enough for a teacher to see in, and stocked with a few simple tools.
Building blocks of a calm-down corner
A defined space
- Quiet Space Cubby ($249): a simple private space that meets state quiet-space requirements
- Alone Zone ($689): a private reading chair with windows for easy supervision
- Reading Nook ($419): a padded reading seat with built-in book storage
- Nature View Serenity Pod ($939): a pod desk with a curved woodland panel for focused, supervised quiet time
Naming feelings
- How Do I Feel Today? Mirror ($89): a mirror for practicing and naming emotions
- Mood Mirrors 5-Pack ($399): five mirrors showing different emotions
Comfort items
- Comfy Hugging Peapod 80" ($175.99): a hugging pod for deep pressure
- 65 x 45" Soft Fleece Weighted Blanket 10 lbs ($119.99): a reversible weighted blanket
Separating the space
- Nature View Divider Panel 36W ($299): a 24" high clear nature-scene divider to section off the corner
- Floor Standing Acrylic Partition 25W ($299): a clear partition that keeps sight lines open
Ready-made packages
Simple calm-down corner: $633.98
Fits in most classrooms without rearranging furniture.
| Item | Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet Space Cubby | 1 | $249 |
| How Do I Feel Today? Mirror | 1 | $89 |
| Comfy Hugging Peapod 80" | 1 | $175.99 |
| 65 x 45" Soft Fleece Weighted Blanket 10 lbs | 1 | $119.99 |
| Total | $633.98 |
Defined calm zone: $1,682.98
A sectioned-off area with a private seat and a full set of feelings mirrors.
| Item | Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Alone Zone | 1 | $689 |
| Mood Mirrors 5-Pack | 1 | $399 |
| Nature View Divider Panel 36W | 1 | $299 |
| Comfy Hugging Peapod 80" | 1 | $175.99 |
| 65 x 45" Soft Fleece Weighted Blanket 10 lbs | 1 | $119.99 |
| Total | $1,682.98 |
See more in Calm-Down Spaces & Weighted Items and Social-Emotional Learning Tools.
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