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Ocean Breathing Free Printable

This ocean breathing free printable pairs a guided wave-tracing activity with calming music to help children and adults slow down, reset, and regulate. It supports self-regulation, focus, and sensory calming in a simple, low prep format. The three-page PDF is free to download at the bottom of this post. What’s Included in This Ocean Breathing […]

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Interoception And Occupational Therapy Pediatric Practice

Interoception and occupational therapy pediatric practice are increasingly connected in the research literature. Interoception is the ability to sense internal body signals, such as a racing heart, an empty stomach, or the need to use the restroom. When children have difficulty noticing or making sense of these signals, it may affect how they regulate their […]

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Daily Living Skills In Adolescents With Autism

Daily living skills in adolescents with autism are closely connected to long-term independence and quality of life. Skills such as dressing, grooming, preparing food, and managing household tasks allow young people to participate more fully in home, school, and community settings. For educators and therapists supporting transition-aged youth, understanding how these skills develop and what […]

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Free Yoga Nighttime Game Board

This free nighttime yoga game board printable gives children a gentle, calming way to wind down through yoga poses while building body awareness, balance, and self-regulation skills. It is a low prep activity you can use right away in therapy sessions, evening routines, or at home. Check out the Complete Monthly Themed Yoga Game Boards […]

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Physical Activity and Academic Performance – What Does the Research Say?

Physical activity and academic performance are more connected than many educators and families realize. For adolescents in school settings, regular movement does more than support physical health. It appears to strengthen the psychological skills students need to succeed in the classroom, including their ability to regulate their own behavior and their belief in their own […]