Self-Calming Cards : Parenting Press : 9781884734670 : 1884734677 : 01 Jan 1995 : Whether they are angry, anxious, or frustrated, children will be able to calm themselves with the dozens of activities included in this card deck. Each of the 24 illustrated cards describes different calming methods&;physical, auditory and verbal, visual, creative, self-nurturer, and humor. An additional 16 cards provide step-by-step instructions in English and Spanish for games and activities to use with the calming cards. An accompanying instruction sheet explains how parents and teachers can introduce the cards and the concept of self-calming, as well as information on how adults can model the use of such self-soothing techniques as taking a warm bath, making a joke to defuse a situation, or singing a silly song. Each calming method includes suggested activities for a range of ages, from toddler to adult.