Kids' affirmation chart

1. Who's it for?

2. Pick 5 affirmations (5 of 5)

• I can be brave today, even if I feel a little scared.
• I can get ready one step at a time.
• I can say goodbye at the door and still feel safe.
• I will look for something fun today.
• If things go wrong, I can start again.
• I can ask for help when I’m stuck.
• It’s okay not to know the answer yet.
• I get better when I practice.
• I can raise my hand, even if my voice is quiet.
• I can sit next to someone new in class.
• If I don’t understand, I can ask again.
• I can try the tricky question and see what happens.
• I can try again.
• I can’t do it yet, but I’m learning.
• I can do hard things.
• It’s okay if it takes me longer.
• I can be proud that I tried, even if it didn’t work.
• I can say “I need help” out loud.
• I am patient with myself while I learn.
• I can be angry without hurting anyone.
• I can take three big breaths when I feel upset.
• I can tell a grown-up how I feel.
• It’s okay to cry.
• I can feel scared and be brave at the same time.
• I can ask for a hug when I need one.
• I can be a good friend.
• I can say sorry when I get it wrong.
• I can ask someone who is on their own to play.
• I can be kind to people who are different from me.
• If someone is unkind to me, I can tell a grown-up.

That’s 5. Untick one above to make room for another.

3. Print the chart