Sometimes worries don’t just whisper…they get loud and they take over.
 
In this interactive printable board game inspired by Max and the Calm Monsters, kids progress through the game answering questions or prompts and practicing skills. 
 
What Kids Practice:
✔ Identifying worry thoughts
✔ Recognizing body signals of anxiety
✔ Using calming strategies
✔ Asking for support
✔ Taking small, brave steps forward
 
The goal isn’t to eliminate worry.
It’s to build confidence in navigating and managing it.
 
What’s Included:
Level 1 Card Deck (Ages 4–8)
Simple, concrete prompts that help younger children:
Name their worries
Notice body sensations
Practice coping tools
Learn safe help-seeking
 
Level 2 Card Deck (Ages 8–12)
Deeper reflection prompts that help older kids:
Challenge unhelpful thinking patterns
Evaluate coping strategies
Build emotional insight
Practice brave, values-based action
 
Both levels include 5 card categories:
Worry Whirls (thought awareness)
Body Clues (interoception)
Calm Tools (coping skills)
Ask for Help (support skills)
Brave Choices (courage & growth)
 
How It Works:
Players move along the path from.
When they land on a space, they draw a card and complete the prompt.
 
Kids learn that:
Worries happen.
Their bodies send signals.
Tools help.
Asking for support is a sign of strength.
Bravery is taking one small step.
 
Everyone wins when they reach the end of the game.
 
Perfect For
Counseling sessions
Small SEL groups
Classroom calm corners
Homeschool social-emotional learning
Family game night with purpose
 
This game was thoughtfully designed to move beyond “just calm down” and instead teach kids how their brains and bodies work, and what they can actually do about worry.
 
It pairs beautifully with Max and the Calm Monsters, but it also works as a powerful standalone emotional regulation tool.