Calm down jars offer a quick way to refocus kids and help them manage difficult emotions. It’s hard to keep feeling angry or upset when there is such a mesmerizing bottle in your hands!

These jars include more than just glitter, and offer nearly endless ways to play. Whether you’re looking for a basic tranquil jar for helping kids manage their emotions or are looking for a fun twist on the classic, you’ll find tons of ideas you can recreate.

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You can also use these calming jars when kids are happy as well. They make great boredom busters for lines, an activity after a test or to keep little hands busy during quiet time!

24 Soothing Calm Down Jars

Try these super-creative ideas for calming jars that aren’t tied to any season. Make these any time of year for sensory fun.

Diving Squid Calm Down Bottle // The STEM Laboratory

Jellyfish Calm Down Bottle // Schooling a Monkey

LEGO Calm Down Bottle // Lemon Lime Adventures

Alphabet Calm Down Bottle // Preschool Inspirations

Diving Fish Calm Down Bottle // Schooling a Monkey

Rainbow Calm Down Bottles // Lemon Lime Adventures

Swirling Glitter Calm Down Bottle // My Crazy Blessed Life

Night Sky Calming Bottle // Kids Activities Blog

Swirling Pearl Calming Jar // One Time Through

Glow in the Dark Calm Down Bottle // My Crazy Blessed Life

Ocean in a Bottle // Happy Hooligans

Color Mixing Calming Jar // Preschool Inspirations

Fairy Sparkles Calming Jar // One Time Through

Glow in the Dark Calming Bottle // Sunny Day Family

Glow in the Dark Sensory Bottle // Mom Inspired Life

Butterfly Calming Jar // Rhythms of Play

Star Gazing Calm Down Bottle // Pre-K Pages

Night Sky Calming Bottle // Preschool Inspirations

Polka Dot Calming Bottle // Still Playing School

Ocean Sensory Bottle // Little Bins for Little Hands

Calming Glitter Jars // Schooling a Monkey

LEGO Calming Jar // Little Bins for Little Hands

Floating Hearts Calming Bottle // Fun a Day

Car Calming Jar // Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails

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