Managing Emotional Regulation in Children
Emotional regulation is a vital skill that helps children understand, manage and express their feelings in healthy ways. Some children may find this more difficult, especially when overwhelmed, anxious or unsure of what they’re feeling. This page introduces a gentle, story-led animation featuring Little Bear, created to support children with emotional regulation. You’ll also find calming activities, sensory tools and simple strategies you can use at home or in professional settings to help children feel safe, settled and understood.
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An introduction to Support Emotional Regulation
Watch the short clip below for a parent/carer introduction to The Big Roar of Little Bear; a gentle animation created to support children coping with grief.
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An Animated Story About Emotional Regulation
Meet Little Bear in this gentle story about big feelings.
This short animation is designed to be watched with your child. It follows Little Bear as he faces overwhelming emotions and learns how to manage them with care and support. Through calm visuals and simple storytelling, it helps children recognise what they’re feeling and know they’re not alone.
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How Our Animation Helps Children Understand Big Feelings
This animation encourages children to recognise and name their emotions, modelling simple ways to manage strong feelings through breathing and calming routines. By using familiar situations and gentle storytelling, it provides a safe space for children to explore their emotions. Designed to be watched regularly, it supports ongoing learning and helps build emotional resilience over time.
Watch the clip below to learn more about understanding big feelings in children. This video is created for parents and carers to guide you in supporting your child’s emotional journey.
Tools to Support Your Child’s Wellbeing
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Explore our full range of gentle, play-based tools designed to help children manage emotions, build resilience, and feel safe. From calming animations to sensory companions like Little Bear, each resource is created to support your child’s emotional journey every step of the way.
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Learning to manage emotions early in childhood lays the foundation for healthier behaviour, better focus in learning, and stronger relationships. When children develop these skills, they are more able to cope with challenges, communicate their needs clearly, and build positive connections with others. Supporting emotional regulation from a young age helps set children on a path toward greater wellbeing throughout life.
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