Little Signals : Emotional Regulation
Toolkit
Project Overview
I developed the Little Signals brand through a series of interviews with therapists working in both private and clinical settings. I built out the full brand and its supporting elements, creating a cohesive toolkit that connects research, design, and application.
About
Little Signals is a body-based emotional regulation toolkit designed to help children recognize and respond to their feelings before they have the language to name them. Rooted in the intersection of design and psychology, it translates emotional awareness into accessible, everyday tools. Through a system of cards, a poster, a book, and tactile elements, the project supports a proactive, somatic approach that helps children build awareness, develop coping strategies, and feel more in control of their emotions.
Card Deck
Book
Full illustrated book here
Poster
Feeling
Figure
This process began with 3D printing in Fusion, but through refinement, I transitioned to laser cutting as a more effective approach. I used acrylic glue to layer the elements and, incorporated the Cricut and heat press to develop a bag for housing the pieces. The final outcome is a tactile, interactive object designed to support emotional reflection.
System
Development
Using the Zones of Regulation, I developed an intuitive color palette and a custom hand-drawn typeface to create a more human-centered, emotionally connected visual system.
Defining Characters
