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When Plans Change: How to avoid Meltdowns
A Behaviour for Learning Clarity Toolkit
Unexpected changes are one of the biggest triggers for meltdowns, especially for children who thrive on routine, predictability, and feeling prepared. This toolkit shows you exactly how to support your child before, during, and after a change in plans, even when it comes out of nowhere.
Designed using child-development principles, structured teaching, and neuro-affirming practice, this toolkit gives parents clear, calm, step-by-step strategies they can use immediately.
✔ Quick-Reference Guide
A one-page snapshot of the exact steps to take when a plan changes (your “use now” cheat sheet).
✔ Expanded Strategy Breakdown
Clear explanations of why each step matters and how to use it effectively for different ages and regulation profiles.
✔ Additional Support Strategies
Practical tools like video modelling, visual sequences, 'warm-up' conversations, and transition scripts so you can support your child proactively.
✔ “Caught Off Guard” Page
A calm, easy-to-follow guide for moments when the change is sudden and you have no time to prepare.
✔ Neuro-affirming approach throughout
Strategies that reduce anxiety, support emotional safety, and build long-term flexibility.
Reduces daily stress and emotional blowups
Builds your child’s confidence in handling change
Strengthens trust and co-regulation
Gives you a clear plan, even on hectic days
Works for neurodivergent and neurotypical children
This toolkit is designed to be used again and again, whether you're navigating a change in routine, a cancelled plan, a sudden transition, or an unexpected school-day shift.
Format: Digital PDF (instant download)
Length: 5 pages
For ages: 3–14
Best for: Parents seeking calm, practical strategies that work in real life
When Plans Change: How to avoid Meltdowns
A Behaviour for Learning Clarity Toolkit
Unexpected changes are one of the biggest triggers for meltdowns, especially for children who thrive on routine, predictability, and feeling prepared. This toolkit shows you exactly how to support your child before, during, and after a change in plans, even when it comes out of nowhere.
Designed using child-development principles, structured teaching, and neuro-affirming practice, this toolkit gives parents clear, calm, step-by-step strategies they can use immediately.
✔ Quick-Reference Guide
A one-page snapshot of the exact steps to take when a plan changes (your “use now” cheat sheet).
✔ Expanded Strategy Breakdown
Clear explanations of why each step matters and how to use it effectively for different ages and regulation profiles.
✔ Additional Support Strategies
Practical tools like video modelling, visual sequences, 'warm-up' conversations, and transition scripts so you can support your child proactively.
✔ “Caught Off Guard” Page
A calm, easy-to-follow guide for moments when the change is sudden and you have no time to prepare.
✔ Neuro-affirming approach throughout
Strategies that reduce anxiety, support emotional safety, and build long-term flexibility.
Reduces daily stress and emotional blowups
Builds your child’s confidence in handling change
Strengthens trust and co-regulation
Gives you a clear plan, even on hectic days
Works for neurodivergent and neurotypical children
This toolkit is designed to be used again and again, whether you're navigating a change in routine, a cancelled plan, a sudden transition, or an unexpected school-day shift.
Format: Digital PDF (instant download)
Length: 5 pages
For ages: 3–14
Best for: Parents seeking calm, practical strategies that work in real life
