Polyvagal Theory for Kids | 30-Page Activity Workbook

Big feelings can show up in the body before a child has words for them. This illustrated 30-page workbook gives caregivers and children a gentle starting point for noticing body signals, talking about what feels supportive, and trying simple reflection and calming activities together.

The dolphin, fox and bear “brains” are friendly teaching characters for different feelings and energy levels. They are metaphors—not separate brain parts, a test, or a way to label a child.

What you can explore together

• Child-friendly introductions to the brain, nervous system and body signals
• Dolphin, fox and bear illustrations with everyday scenario questions
• Draw-or-write pages for noticing feelings, triggers and individual responses
• Trusted-person and co-regulation prompts to start conversations about support
• Ideas involving gentle movement, sound, grounding, breathing and rest

How to use the workbook

Choose one page at a time and follow the child’s lead. They can talk, draw, write, pause or skip an activity. Review each page first, and supervise movement and breathing activities. Stop any exercise that causes pain, dizziness, breathing difficulty or distress. The goal is a more open conversation, not a “right” answer or a promise that anyone will feel calm on demand.

Choose your edition and size

Each selected size contains the same 30-page, English-language, non-fillable PDF. Choose Digital (RGB) or Printable (CMYK), then A4, A5 or US Letter. A4 + A5 and all-three-size bundles are available in each edition. This is a digital product; no physical workbook is shipped.

Important educational note

This workbook uses a simplified, polyvagal-inspired model for conversation. Polyvagal theory is debated, and the animal characters should not be treated as a complete explanation of neuroscience or used to diagnose a child. This resource is not medical advice, therapy, trauma treatment or a substitute for individual support from a qualified professional. If a child’s distress affects everyday life, seek appropriate professional guidance.

Nothing is shipped. Theeles sells digital files only. There is no physical item, no postage, and no delivery address required.

Refunds. A downloaded file cannot be returned, so we do not offer change-of-mind refunds. That is exactly why the page count and full contents are listed on this page — we would rather you knew what you were buying. If a file is faulty, will not open, or is not what this page described, tell us and we will replace it or refund it in full.

How you may use it. Your purchase covers personal use: print it as often as you like, for yourself and your household, for as long as you like. It may not be resold, shared as a file, or handed out to clients, classes or staff. If you want to use a workbook with the people you work with, message us and we will arrange a licence that fits.