This Fall Visual Motor Maze Free Printable is an engaging way to target visual motor and visual perceptual skills while keeping students motivated with a seasonal theme. Children connect the numbered leaves in order without crossing over the Fall objects or other lines. The activity challenges motor planning too, as students need to look ahead […]
The Self Regulation Song is here! Teachers, therapists, and parents can now download a free printable lyric sheet, watch the video, and dance together with students. The song is designed to get kids moving, listening, and practicing important self-regulation skills. You can download your FREE Printable at the bottom of the post. How Does The […]
Children experience the world in ways that can sometimes feel overwhelming. One helpful way to explain these experiences is through the emotional cup analogy. Imagine that every sensory or emotional event a child encounters adds water to their cup. A scratchy tag on a shirt may only add a little water, while being overtired or […]
When we think about self-regulation, we often picture a child’s ability to manage emotions, behavior, and attention. But there’s an important piece of the puzzle we can’t ignore: sensory processing. The way a child takes in, organizes, and responds to sensory information can influence how calm, focused, and flexible they are throughout the day. If […]
Helping students reflect on their own effort is one of the most valuable ways to build independence, persistence, and self-awareness. When children pause to think about how hard they tried instead of only focusing on the outcome, they begin to develop a growth mindset and stronger self-regulation skills. To make this process easier, we’ve created […]
Help your students understand anger and cope with big feelings using these angry worksheets and The Angry Song. Anger is a natural and valid emotion, one that everyone experiences from time to time. But for children, especially in school or social settings, learning to manage anger in safe and healthy ways is a crucial part […]
Young learners, especially those with developmental delays or disabilities, often experience more challenges with expressing emotions in safe, healthy ways. Difficulties with executive functioning, communication, or inhibitory control can make it harder for them to recognize emotions, choose appropriate strategies, and advocate for their needs. Without explicit instruction, children may rely on behaviors such as […]
Daily living skills such as dressing, preparing meals, cleaning, and managing self-care are essential for independence across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Many autistic children and adolescents experience challenges with motor skills, and research has long suggested a link between motor difficulties and reduced daily living skills. But until recently, it wasn’t clear which specific motor […]
Teaching children how to respect personal space is an important skill for school, play, and life. When students learn to keep appropriate boundaries, the classroom becomes calmer, kinder, and safer for everyone. The Personal Space Song and accompanying Personal Space Poem are designed to help students understand, practice, and remember how to use personal space […]
For many students, getting through the daily school routine can be just as challenging as academic work. From finding their classroom in the morning to remembering to pack up at the end of the day, these functional skills require organization, independence, and consistency. Some children may struggle with transitions, self-care, or appropriate social behaviors, making […]