{"product_id":"tts-breathing-mindfulness-boards-6pk","title":"TTS Breathing \u0026 Mindfulness Boards 6pk","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBreathe, Trace \u0026amp; Calm with the TTS Breathing \u0026amp; Mindfulness Boards 6pk – Wooden Self-Regulation Tools That Teach Children to Breathe Through Big Feelings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSome feelings are big. Some moments move too fast. The TTS Breathing \u0026amp; Mindfulness Boards give children a tangible, tactile way to slow down - a small wooden board that travels with them into calm corners, therapy sessions, morning circles, or any moment when breathing needs to become deliberate. Available across North America through The Sensory Supply, this set of six engraved beech wood boards is equally at home in a family's bedtime kit and in an OT's treatment room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHow TTS Breathing Boards Work for Emotional Regulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach board is engraved with a unique pattern. To use one, a child places a finger on the outer line of the design and breathes in as they trace inward, then breathes out as the path curves back. The finger-tracing movement is the key: it gives the nervous system something concrete to follow, transforming an abstract instruction - \"just breathe\" - into a guided, multi-sensory experience. A small ball can also be rolled along the engraved paths as an alternative. Spending a few minutes with a board helps children settle into a slower breathing rhythm, which supports the calm, alert state where learning and emotional processing can happen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the TTS Breathing \u0026amp; Mindfulness Boards 6pk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e6 unique engraved designs\u003c\/em\u003e - Each board carries a different breathing pattern, giving children and educators a varied toolkit so the technique stays fresh and engaging across multiple sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDurable beech wood construction\u003c\/em\u003e - Crafted from high-quality beech wood for long-term use in busy educational and therapeutic settings, standing up to repeated daily handling without losing finish or legibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVisual cues integrated into each design\u003c\/em\u003e - The engraved lines and pathways act as built-in visual guides that support correct breathing technique and help children maintain focus throughout the exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePerfectly sized for small hands\u003c\/em\u003e - The compact dimensions make each board easy for young children to hold and trace independently, and small enough to slip into a calm down kit, therapy bag, or classroom station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSupports self-regulation, mindfulness, and focus\u003c\/em\u003e - Through repeated use, children build the skill of consciously returning to their breath - a foundational self-regulation strategy that transfers into daily life, learning, and social situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSkills Children Develop with Mindfulness Breathing Boards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSelf-Regulation \u0026amp; Emotional Management\u003c\/em\u003e - Practising intentional breathing builds the cognitive and physical habit of reaching for calm before reacting, giving children a strategy they can use independently in moments of overwhelm or frustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMindfulness \u0026amp; Present-Moment Focus\u003c\/em\u003e - Tracing a pattern while synchronising breath to movement grounds attention in the immediate sensory experience, developing the early mindfulness skills that underpin emotional wellness throughout life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFine Motor Coordination\u003c\/em\u003e - Following the engraved paths with a fingertip requires controlled, precise movement, providing gentle fine motor practice that supports pre-writing and hand coordination development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBreath Awareness \u0026amp; Breathing Technique\u003c\/em\u003e - Children learn to distinguish between inhale and exhale, to pace their breath consciously, and to use breathing as a self-calming tool - a skill that occupational therapists and educators consistently identify as foundational to regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTherapeutic Context: Why Guided Breathing Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eControlled breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system - the body's built-in brake on the stress response. When children learn to consciously slow and pace their breath, they gain access to a self-regulation tool that works anywhere, at any time, with no equipment beyond the board itself. Occupational therapists often incorporate guided breathing into sensory diets and regulation programmes alongside movement breaks and proprioceptive input. Teachers building calm corners or quiet corners find breathing boards one of the most approachable, independent-use tools available. Parents benefit from having something concrete to introduce at home - a physical object that makes the practice visible and accessible for young children who find verbal prompting alone insufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChildren of all ages and abilities benefit from guided breathing practice - neurotypical and neurodiverse alike. The TTS Breathing \u0026amp; Mindfulness Boards are particularly well-suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClassrooms, calm corners, and quiet corners in schools and daycares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOccupational therapy clinics and allied health treatment rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eChildren's hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and group homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHome sensory spaces, bedtime routines, and family calm-down kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEarly years educators building social-emotional learning into daily practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eParents and caregivers supporting children through big emotions or transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTherapists, counsellors, and school psychologists looking for a portable, child-led regulation tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eQuantity: 6 boards per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMaterial: Durable beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDesigns: 6 unique engraved patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSize: Compact - sized for small hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUse method: Finger tracing or small ball rolling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSuitable for: Educational and therapeutic settings; home use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47580172321018,"sku":"SS45027","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/tts-breathing-mindfulness-boards-6pk-beech-wood.jpg?v=1777389795","url":"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/en-us\/products\/tts-breathing-mindfulness-boards-6pk","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}