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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.

Human beings rely on eight sensory systems to perceive and interact with their surroundings. The tools listed are designed to facilitate regulation and comfort by addressing individual responses to sensory input.

Challenges with sleep for children age 2-5 is developmentally appropriate. There is so much going on in their brains and bodies. There is often a lot happening in their lives as well: Changes in child-care, new siblings, etc. This handout reviews all the questions and answers you might have about challenges with sleep.

This handout includes 8 language stimulation strategies for preschoolers, examples included. This is a handy worksheet that teachers can use for reference with the goal of integrating all of these strategies in their work.

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.

Dysregulation can result from hunger, fatigue, frustration, or energy imbalances. It's common for everyone to experience moments of dysregulation daily. In children, frequent dysregulation can hinder their classroom engagement. Watch for these signs of dysregulation in children and employ strategies for improved regulation throughout the day.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Cognitive problem-solving games are crucial for preschoolers as they enhance critical thinking, memory, and concentration, foster social and language skills, and prepare children for academic challenges. Through engaging activities, these games promote persistence, creativity, and emotional regulation, laying the foundation for holistic cognitive development in early childhood.

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.

A detailed sample behavior support plan for a child named Ella.

Recommendations and tips to wean a child from their pacifier.

What is normal? When should you be concerned? This handout explains it all from how to prevent aggression to what to do once it has already occurred.

This bundle of handouts includes topics related to sleep for ages 0-5.