Impulse Control Worksheets for Kids & Teens | Self-Control Workbook

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Help children and teens develop impulse control, self-control and better decision-making skills with this engaging, game-inspired workbook.

The black-and-white version is available here.

Designed for kids and teenagers who struggle with impulsive behaviour, 'Level Up Your Choices' resource gives young people a simple framework for pausing before they react, thinking about consequences and making more thoughtful choices.

The workbook introduces a fun “Self-Control Pad” that helps children practise what to do when they feel an impulse to say or do something without thinking.

Four simple self-control strategies

PAUSE
Stop for a moment before reacting. PAUSE helps children create space to breathe, think and avoid saying or doing something too quickly.

JUMP AHEAD
Think about what might happen next. JUMP AHEAD encourages children to consider the possible consequences of different choices before deciding what to do.

REPLAY
Look back at what happened and consider what could be done differently next time. REPLAY helps children learn from mistakes and practise alternative responses.

PRESS START
Take action once you've paused, thought about the choices and decided what to do. PRESS START encourages children to put their plan into action in a calm and thoughtful way.

Together, these activities help children develop practical self-regulation, impulse control and decision-making skills that they can use in everyday situations.

📘 What's included?

You will receive an 11-page PDF in both A4 and US Letter formats.

The impulse control workbook includes:

• Self-Control Skills – handout introducing key self-control strategies
• Self-Control Pad – handout explaining the four-step approach
• My Self-Control Pad – worksheet for children to practise the strategy
• Level Up Your Choices – worksheet exploring choices and consequences
• Self-Control Choice Cards – 5 pages containing 50 choice cards
• Choice Card Covers

Who is this resource for?

This impulse control workbook is suitable for children and teens and can be used by:

• Parents and carers
• Teachers and teaching assistants
• School counsellors and pastoral staff
• Educational psychologists
• Therapists and other professionals working with children

It can be particularly useful for children who find it difficult to stop and think before acting, manage impulsive behaviour, consider consequences or make thoughtful choices.

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This is a digital PDF resource. Nothing will be posted to you.

Simply download, print and use the worksheets with your child, pupil or client.

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