Audience
Attendees
Number of facilitators
Level
Preparation
Activity
Description
This playful and calming workshop invites children to explore a multi-sensory “Relaxation Station” in the library. Using the five senses model from mindfulness and grounding, the session helps children identify ways to self-soothe and feel safe in new environments, whether they are managing stress, big emotions, or simply need a quiet break. The station can remain in the library for daily use after the workshop.
Objectives
• Introduce children to simple relaxation techniques using their five senses.
• Create a calming and welcoming space where children feel safe and valued.
• Foster social interaction through shared sensory exploration.
• Support emotional self-regulation and wellbeing.
Worked skills
• Emotional awareness
• Self-regulation strategies
• Sensory exploration
Prerequisites for the audience
• Basic understanding of the language used by the facilitator, or translation if available
Equipment
• Headphones and pre-loaded calming music or multicultural playlists
• Mini tabletop sand garden or kinetic sand station
• Aroma diffuser or essential oil cotton balls (child-safe scents)
• Herbal tea or fruit-infused water station (supervised)
• Printable mandala or cultural art coloring sheets & coloring supplies
• Comfortable floor mats or cushions
Content used
• Curated multicultural soundtracks.
• Simple visuals and signs for each sensory station.
• (Optional) Aroma Game (e.g., Le Loto Des Odeurs) https://www.sentosphere.fr/fr/jeux-des-odeurs/11-le-loto-des-odeurs-3373910000130.html?srsltid=AfmBOopRnXn4aFgQRO9TvjvuF_xJFLxuQbo2qjmRnBoWf4R8wVbdDLyC