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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

Understanding these different types of social play behaviors allows parents, educators, and caregivers to support children's social development effectively. Encouraging a variety of social play experiences can help children develop essential social skills, empathy, and cooperation, preparing them for positive interactions with peers and adults.

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.

This helpful printable includes all of the fine motor milestones for children ages 2-3, 3-4, and 4-5. Plus, a list of activities that help children develop those fine motor skills. Use as a reference, pin it up in the classroom, send it home to caregivers of preschoolers, use it as professional development, etc.

This handout includes information on how to identify when a child needs help regulating, and how to offer support.

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?

Sensory play for infants supports cognitive development, fine and gross motor skills, and sensory processing abilities. Engaging in sensory activities helps babies explore their environment, sparks curiosity, and lays the foundation for future learning and growth.

Teachers can create a rich and varied learning environment that supports the developmental needs of infants through individualized and engaging interactions. Helping babies make connections supports cognitive growth!

Engaging a classroom of little ones in group activities offers a range of benefits for fostering social-emotional learning. Children learn by observing others, cooperating, and participating with peers towards a shared goal.

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."

Here you will find a list and description of sensory activities to promote pre-writing skills, and other activities that help promote handwriting skills in preschoolers.

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.

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