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Invading Personal Space: Why It Happens & What You Can Do
Picture a child waiting in line at school who keeps stepping closer until they are pressed up against the person in front of them. The other child shifts and looks uncomfortable, but the first child doesn’t seem to notice. This is a clear example of invading personal space, and it can create tension, frustration, and […]
Fall Printable Activities for Preschoolers and Up
If you are looking for seasonal fun that also builds important skills, Fall Printable Activities for Preschoolers and Up are the perfect choice. These activities combine playful learning with fine motor practice, visual perception, and early literacy skills. You can download the free printable packet at the bottom of this post. Fall Printable Activities for […]
Neurographic Art Free Self Calming Activity
Finding ways to help students (and ourselves) unplug and reset has never been more important. Neurographic art offers a calming, creative practice that quiets the mind, reduces stress, and helps us refocus on the present moment. This free activity is a sample from the complete Shapes of Stillness Packet, available here: Shapes of Stillness Packet. […]
Autism and the Gut: GI Symptoms and Behavior
Many children with autism experience stomach and digestion challenges that can affect their daily lives. A new study shows these gastrointestinal (GI) issues are not only more common in autism, but they often last through childhood and connect to sleep, behavior, and learning. Understanding the link between autism and the gut can help parents, educators, […]
Fall Visual Motor Maze
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 – Free Printable
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 […]
The Emotional Cup Activity – Free Printable
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 […]
The Connection Between Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation
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 […]
Student Effort – Free Self Assessment
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 […]
Angry Worksheets and Song – Free Printables
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 […]