Redirection Cards – Regroup, Refocus, Rebuild
SKU: RC-001
- Description
A Trauma-Informed Toolkit for Student Self-Regulation
Help students transition from dysregulation to re-engagement with the Redirection Cards—a structured set of visual prompts designed to support emotional recovery and positive behavior choices in the classroom.
Whether used independently, with a peer, or with a trusted adult, these cards offer non-punitive redirection in moments of emotional overwhelm, avoidance, or frustration. They are an essential support for students with emotional or behavioral needs, trauma histories, or IEP behavior goals.
Product Features:
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42 labeled Redirection Cards across 3 categories:
▪️ Teacher-Assisted
▪️ Independent
▪️ Peer/Group-Based - 3 blank printable cards for written customization
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3 customizable digital cards editable in Canva
➤ Link included in instructions:
➤ Includes video tutorial:
(Requires a free Canva account) - Instructional guide for educators with best practices on introducing, modeling, storing, and integrating the cards
Why They Work:
- Gives students agency and safe options in moments of stress
- Encourages calm communication through “point-and-show”
- Pairs perfectly with trauma-informed, restorative, and SEL practices
- Reduces escalation by addressing dysregulation early
Best Used In:
- Special education and inclusion settings
- Classrooms with behavioral support needs
- Counseling sessions and self-regulation corners
- Tier 2/3 behavior interventions (PBIS, RTI, MTSS)
Bonus Support:
- Use the cards during transitions, post-correction, or SEL blocks
- Store them in a binder or calming corner for easy access
- Reinforce usage with positive scripting:
“Thanks for using your card. That was a strong choice.”
Length: 42 labeled Redirection Cards
Copyright Date: 2025
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