Supporting Regulation, Confidence & Connection Through Pony-Inspired Experiences
Helping children recognise what their bodies need, explore simple regulation strategies and develop confidence through predictable, supportive routines.
The Steady Tool Set is a collection of two visual resources designed to support emotional awareness, self-regulation and meaningful connections through strength-based, play-informed approaches.
Inspired by the calming rhythms of ponies, these resources encourage children to notice how their bodies feel, explore what helps them feel steady and participate in experiences that build confidence and capability.
What's Included?
Finding My Steady
A child-friendly visual resource introducing four simple strategies children can explore when feeling busy, upset or unsure.
Breathe – Pony Breath: Take slow, steady breaths.
Pause – Quiet Moment: Be still and notice your body.
Ask for Help – Ask for Support: Connect with a trusted adult when support is needed.
Move – Steady Walk: Explore gentle movement to support regulation.
Includes a reflection opportunity: "My body feels steady when..."
Little Hooves Session Rhythm
A visual guide demonstrating how predictable routines and purposeful experiences can support children to feel safe, connected and confident.
The four stages include:
Arrive & Settle: Creating a gentle beginning through breathing, body awareness and calming rituals.
Explore the Idea: Introducing learning through play, storytelling, conversation and movement.
Pony-Inspired Experience: Exploring concepts through imaginative play, natural rhythms and purposeful movement.
Reflect & Connect: Encouraging children to notice their experiences, recognise body cues and reflect on what helped them feel steady.
Who Is this Resource for?
Ideal for:
Early childhood educators and kindergarten teachers
Families supporting emotional awareness and regulation
Play-based and equine-assisted practitioners
Early childhood wellbeing and support professionals
Individual, small-group and pony-inspired learning experiences
Why choose the Steady Tool Set?
Grounded in the Dianna.K philosophy of Growing Confidence, Building Capability and Strengthening Connections, this resource encourages adults to walk alongside children as they discover their own ways of feeling steady.
Rather than expecting children to regulate independently, the Steady Tool Set provides opportunities for connection, co-regulation, reflection and the gradual development of self-awareness.
Product Details
Format: Printable PDF
Includes: 2 illustrated A4 posters
Format: Digital PDF Download
Created by Dianna.K | Growing Confidence. Building Capability. Strengthening Connections.
