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Visuals have shown to be a proven support when it comes to learning - and that includes when little ones are mastering regulation skills! This download features two designs (7 total versions) to help children visualize and identify with what zone(s) they might be in. This resource includes the following:- Zones Feelings Strip, Blank (Blue Background)- Zones Feelings Strip, Blank (Green Background)- Zones Feelings Strip, With Coping Skills (Blue Background)- Zones Feelings Strip, With Coping Sk

Interoception (our awareness of internal body sensations), can be a tricky topic to cover. This sensory system plays an important role in emotional regulation, as it allows little ones to detect and respond to the internal sensations experienced during different feelings. This includes our heart pounding when we're scared, our body feeling hot when we're angry, and more! This packet was created to provide information on this sensory system, a variety of exercises to practice interoceptive awaren

When little ones are navigating big feelings, it can be challenging for them to identify their emotional state, along with their needs or wants. Use these no-prep sorting activities to help your child identify and visualize their feeling(s) in certain situations. Just print this resource and have your little one cut + paste or color as they decipher how they might feel in these situations! This download includes:(1) full-color zones sorting mat(24) scenarios with hand-drawn illustrations(2) no-p

When little ones are navigating big feelings, it can be challenging for them to identify their emotional state, along with their needs or wants. Use these no-prep print and go worksheets to help your child identify the internal body sensations they might experience in each zone. Just print this resource and have your little one identify and color the internal changes they may experience in green, blue, red and yellow zones! This download includes:(1) "Where I Feel My Feelings" body scan labeling

Having an easy to follow, visual exercise to calm your body can be a helpful tool. We've compiled this resource of simple but effective cards that little ones can trace their finger along as they focus on regulating their breathing. Put them on a ring for easy choosing, or select one from the deck to implement! Included in this packet:16 Color Finger-Tracing Paths (2 per page, making them the perfect size for little hands)Calming Card Deck Cover + Instruction PageRecommended Assembly Instruction

When little ones are navigating big feelings, it can be challenging for them to identify their emotional state, along with their needs or wants. Use this interactive worksheet to help your child identify the internal body sensations they might experience in each zone, as well as identify coping skill(s) that can support them through each zone. Two versions are available: a no-prep one, where they can color in the body parts they associate with each zone and write in coping skills they might util

Introducing our Zones of Regulation inspired bingo game – a fun, interactive way to help students learn about their emotions in a playful way! Whether you're a teacher looking to introduce regulation concepts into your classroom, a therapist seeking engaging activities to teach the Zones, or a parent wanting to support your child's emotional development at home, this bingo game checks the box. Included, you'll find 18 calling cards (emotions include happy, sad, sick, angry, bored, silly, scare

This worksheet collection is an easy way to introduce the zones through a variety of playful activities. Little learners can identify what emotions correspond to each zone, what tools might be helpful in each zone, as well as discover how they might feel in certain social situations. Best of all? No prep required! Just print this resource and have your student color as they work through these pages. This download includes:(1) count and color by zones (1) count and color emotions (+ KEY) (1) zone

Inspired by versions 1, 2 and 3 of our Zones-inspired sorting activities, this resource now incorporates tools and coping skills into the same fun format! Featuring 26 strategies and tools (+1 customizable!), this worksheet encourages little learners to identify what tools might be helpful in each zone. Best of all? No prep required! Just print this resource and have your little one cut + paste (or color) as they decipher what tools they might use in each zone. This download includes:(1) full

We're always looking for a way to make fine motor fun! This packet features 10 pencil obstacle courses of various themes to address fine motor control, visual motor integration and more! Simply print the pages that you wish to use, and consider laminating or using sheet protectors to practice with dry-erase markers. Within this download, you'll receive the following themes:Balloons + Birthday Mountains + Forest Bumblebees + Springtime 1 Bumblebees + Springtime 2 Rainy Day Lucky Charms Outer Spac

Visual schedules can be a fantastic support to provide children with the expectations and routines within their day. The interactive version allows for clarification of expectations, elimination of visual distractions and shows only the tasks that are remaining! This packet includes: Instructions for Use 3 Front + Back Templates: > > > First, Next, Then, Last with stars > > > Blank front schedule with check marks > > > Blank

Use these behavior cue cards as a visual reminder of tools that can be used during class time. Laminate & adhere right to the desk for a quick reference! Included in this download:2 Versions of each card (boy & girl)”If I need help I can…” card”If I feel frustrated…” card-- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can be found within this document. Want to see more? Check out some of our other resource packets on the topics below! Visuals + Schedul

Working with children, we’re well aware that little ones can exercise some BIG volume. It takes practice to learn what volume levels are appropriate for different settings! Designed to teach little learners this very concept, this activity packet includes the following: Voice-O-Meter Desk Plates for easy referenceVoice Level Sorting Worksheet (both color & B/W versions), to practice categorizing 15 different situations into corresponding voice levels!Jumbo Voice-O-Meter Craft (full page, both

Learning through PLAY is extremely effective. Sometimes the best way to practice an un-motivating or challenging task, like dressing, is to find a way to make it fun. Use this as a guide for your clients to use at home, or for you to practice along side with them! Included: 8 fun & easy activities that promote skills needed for dressingoriginal images, descriptions, and explanations-- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can be found within thi

The benefits of OT are most effective with carryover at home, however many OTs do not have the opportunity to see their client’s parents (lookin’ at you, School OTs!). Need a quick & efficient way to communicate with parents on what has been worked on, progress that’s been made, and what can be practiced at home? Send a parent communication note home that’s not only easy to read & organize, visually appealing & professional too! This resource includes two templates per page and a color

Empower your therapy sessions, classroom activities, or family discussions with this engaging Zones Slider Check-In Tool digital download! Perfect for therapists, educators, and parents alike, this interactive tool fosters emotional awareness and communication in children. DIY Activity: This digital download includes all the necessary instructions and printable pages for creating your own Zones Slider Check-In Tool. Designed with simplicity in mind, children can easily follow along, cutting out

Taking Control of Emotions? Game On!Discussing and addressing emotions isn't always a fun task. We've created this resource to help little ones level up their emotional regulation skills in a relatable way: with a gaming twist! Using a video game controller as a visual guide, students can step through real-life scenarios and practice how to navigate their emotions - whether they're customizing their controller or using the pre-made design. This resource includes: 8 scenario cards for practicing

This letter reversals packet includes 24 sheets of activities and visual cues. Simply print the pages that you wish to use, and consider laminating or using sheet protectors for added durability. This pack focuses on letter reversal pairs of: b + dn + up + qm + w Included in this pack:(8) Letter Reversal Visual Cue Cards Both color & low-ink versions for each reversal pair(5) Unicorn Theme Color by Letter Coloring Page One for each reversal pairOne that includes all reversal pairs together(1)

Visuals have shown to be a proven support when it comes to learning - and that includes when little ones are mastering regulation skills! This packet features hand-drawn illustrations to help children visualize the exercises that can help facilitate a sense of calm. Customize these boards to each child, or provide a series of choices for your little ones to choose from. This resource includes the following:- 5 Calming Board Color Options (Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange)- 27 Calming Activities

Little brains are learning how to navigate BIG feelings, and that can be especially challenging when it comes to learning how to plan, pivot, and stay flexible when things don’t go as expected! We've created this card set to encourage the building of executive functioning skills in a playful way. Through real-life routines, flexible thinking scenarios, and coping strategy cards, kids get to practice planning and problem-solving without any writing required (and minimal prep for you, too!)This d