Sequential Development Consulting

This comprehensive bundle includes 10 essential topics to support teachers in supporting the social-emotional development and mental health of the children in their classroom. The handouts help foster the development of life skills, resilience, confidence, empathy, and so much more. 1. Anxiety in children 2. Group activities for SEL (age 2-3) 3. Group activities for SEL (age 3-5) 4. The Science of Resilience 5. Individualized Learning 6. Scaffolding and The "Just Right Challenge" 7. Types of Pl

Modulation games and activities are designed to help children develop the ability to regulate their energy levels, emotions, and responses to sensory input. These activities provide opportunities for children to practice transitioning between high-energy and calm states, build body awareness, and improve impulse control. By engaging in playful games that require starting, stopping, and adjusting movement, children learn how to manage their bodies in space and respond appropriately to enviro

When a child is dysregulated, it's important to provide them with a safe and supportive environment to express and process their emotions. Here are the steps to follow in response to a big expression of emotion and how to help a child regulate.

All children under age five are developing impulse control, attention, and regulation skills. Some kids might need more support than others. Here are some ways to help.

Here we adapt some principles from PCIT (parent-child interaction therapy) to the preschool environment. Specifically, the "Building the Relationship" (child-directed interaction)m and the "Setting the Boundaries with Warmth" (teacher directed interaction).

We understand that starting preschool can be an emotional and exciting time for both parents and children. To ensure a smooth and positive drop-off experience, we have compiled some guidelines to help you navigate this transition. This handout can be included in a preschool welcome packet for caregivers, or sent out to all incoming children's families before the first day of school, etc.

A step by step visual guide for teachers (and parents/caregivers) to use as reference and as a reminder of what to do in response to a challenging behavior.

This decision tree presents you with scenarios and the choices you can make when a child is dysregulated. Should I intervene?

Active listening is a style of communication that increases connection between two people. It helps the child feel seen, heard, and understood. It signals that you are fully present, understanding their words, embracing their point of view, and valuing their circumstances.

In the realm of early childhood education, educators play a crucial role in nurturing a child's learning and growth. Two key concepts that guide effective teaching practices are scaffolding and the "just right challenge."

Games with rules promote teamwork, fair play, sportsmanship, and understanding of social boundaries. They also enhance cognitive skills like problem-solving and strategic thinking and can present children with the “just right” challenge in a safe and playful environment.

Using the term “be careful” can be a quick response to children engaging in risky behavior. However, this can be unclear to children, as they do not know what you are referring to. It can also limit “safe risk taking” or a child’s ability to take small risks that result in building confidence and new skills. Try to limit the use of the term “be careful” , instead assessing the risk and determining if you even need to respond to keep them safe. If you do, try some alternatives from this list. Pos

By incorporating these strategies, you can create slowly teach self- regulation skills and create an environment where babies can discover and practice self- regulation skills on their own.

Leaving a preschool or child care center can be challenging for young children, especially when they have a familiar routine, close friends, and teachers they are attached to. We want to support children through this transition in a developmentally appropriate manner. Our goal is to inform them about the changes ahead, acknowledge and honor their feelings, provide opportunities for meaningful goodbyes, and help them look forward to new experiences.

How can you strike the balance between keeping children safe, while giving them space to explore and learn from their experiences. Taking risks are opportunities to learn and build resilience. Find out more.

Praise and encouragement, while both positive, serve different purposes. Although some praise is certainly beneficial, relying solely on praise can have significant long-term implications. It’s important to consider the value of encouragement, which can foster deeper, more sustainable growth and motivation.

The sequence of carrying out an idea for toddlers. This is a visual tool to hang up in the classroom. Children can reference it when they have an idea and want to make it happen independently in the classroom.

Engaging children in the problem-solving process help develop skills like critical thinking and independence, while nurturing their creativity and building resilience. It empowers them to take ownership of solutions, preparing them for future challenges and boosting confidence in their own abilities.

Resilience is the ability to handle and overcome challenges. This includes managing stressful situations, using coping strategies, ‘bouncing back’, trying again after a mistake or failure, and having the confidence to overcome an obstacle. The worksheet includes a description of how to cultivate and support resilience building in children.

Here are 5 Occupational Therapist recommended games to play with your class indoors to support sensory and motor development in children.