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Zones of Regulation can be a complex concept to explain, and comprehend for younger children or children with special needs. This social story explicitly states examples of each emotions in the respective zones, and presents the different zones on a continuum in a visual form to facilitate better understanding. Includes: - What Zones of Regulation is about - The 4 different coloured zones and the emotions in each zone - Sorting Activity to assess understanding of student - Slides to facilitate d

Zones of Regulation can be a complex concept to grasp, and some children struggle with remembering what they can do in red/yellow/blue zone to get back to the green zone. Hang these cute booklets at the calm corner of your class, alongside some tools they may need. This encourages self-help and reference skills, building independency and sets them up for success! Includes: - 1 booklet for each zone (red, yellow, green, blue) It'll be great to use this resource after explicit teaching has been d

Test and Exam taking skills can be difficult to comprehend for younger children or children with special needs. Explicit visuals and steps are required to help them break down the different expectations in a test-taking setting. Use this social story to teach your students on how to better manage themselves during a test/exam! Includes: - Rules for exams/tests - Reminders to check the time to see how much time is left - Moving on when I do not know how to do a question - Raising hand to ask for

Many individuals on the spectrum struggle with using appropriate words to express themselves. The concept of social filter can help them better understand the need to use a social filter in order to maintain appropriate social interactions. This social story explains explicitly what it means to have a social filter on/off, and builds understanding by using scenario-based discussion to better represent the concept. Includes: - What social filter is - What it means to have social filter on/off

Sometimes, children get upset when there are changes to their favourite outdoor activities when bad weather hits! Pair this resource together with our Weather Chart template to help better process the reason for changes. Changes are never easy, we know! Link to download: Weather Chart TemplateCheck out our Instagram page for more tips on using our resources! :) https://www.instagram.com/theplaysprinkles/We would love to hear from you! All feedback & suggestions are welcome at: https://tinyurl

Managing emotions can be a real tough job for young children! While adults are capable of operating based on logic, children largely operate based on their emotions. Outbursts can happen when they do not know how to manage their negative emotions, especially anger. This resource is designed to help kids scaffold understanding anger & outbursts based on 4 steps: Identifying emotions - How do I feel now?Identifying level of anger - How angry am I?Calming Activities- What can I do to calm myself

Getting dressed can involve many steps for young children & individuals with special needs! This resource provides visual clarity, structure and allows the child to keep track of their progress by ticking the check box after very step. Both genders version available. How to use this resource:Select suitable visual (Gender indicated on top left hand corner)Print and laminate (or alternatively, print on smooth card stock for durability & dry-erase function!)Go through steps to get dressedTick

Meltdowns can be tough not just on the child but also for the caregivers/teachers to manage! It is important for young children to have a safe space to calm down and there are real benefits of having a calm corner within the classroom. For students with difficulties managing their outbursts within the home environment as well, I often encourage parents to set up a similar corner for the child at home. It is important for children to understand that all feelings are validated, but not all behavi

Shapes are all around! Simply print, laminate or place them in clear folders for dry-erase function! This resource helps your child to learn the following:Names of shapesDraw shapesProperties of shapes (number of sides, corners etc)How to use this resource:Print and laminate template(or alternatively, print on smooth card stock for durability & dry-erase function!)Get child to identify the different shapesFacilitate them to:Fill the shape with playdohTrace the outlines of the shapeFind the shape

This resource encourages children to wait independently while staying engaged in meaningful activities of their choice. How to use this resource:Print and laminate Template and Waiting activity cards(or alternatively, print on card stock for durability!)Paste velcro/blu tack behind the cards and on the templateDisplay the visual for students to refer independently regarding the types of activities they can engage in while waitingPair it with our Independent Task Work System as the very last step

Make learning fun with this dino-themed resource! Simply print, laminate or place them in clear folders for dry-erase function! This resource helps your child to learn the following:Counting to 10Write numbers Spell number wordsHow to use this resource:Print and laminate template (or alternatively, print on smooth card stock for durability & dry-erase function!)Encourage child to count aloud Guide child to write the corresponding number & number words in the blanks using a markerReward child wit

Different visual representation of numbers are important when it comes to learning! This resource includes ten frames, cubes as well as corresponding numerals and number words. This resource helps your child to learn the following:Counting to 20 (using ten frames and cubes cards)NumeralsNumber wordsHow to use this resource:Print and laminate flash cards (or alternatively, print on card stock for durability!)Hide the cards around the room for a treasure hunt!Facilitate child to find the cards and

This resource provides predictability, visual clarity and structure to children. You can even involve the child to track their progress by flipping the tick/cross cards after finishing the task! How to use this resource:Print and laminate schedule cards (or alternatively, print on card stock for durability!)Place schedule cards according to child’s scheduleSome suggestions:Slot them in a pocket chart!Paste sheet magnets behind each flash card and use them on a magnetic surface(e.g. whiteboard)Fl

Some tasks can be difficult for young children to accomplish all at once. A movement break in between tasks can do wonders for their minds to regain focus and learn better! How to use this resource:Print and laminate cards (or alternatively, print on card stock for durability!)Paste a stick behind/in between the cards (chopstick or ice-cream stick works too!)Display them in a holder Get students to choose their favourite movement breakAdd some fun by getting them to mimic the sounds of the anim

This resource aids children in learning the steps to complete pen and paper tasks independently. How to use this resource:Print and laminate visual(or alternatively, print on smooth card stock for durability & dry-erase function!)Fill in required pages using markerGo through steps for independent workTick after every step is doneErase using a sponge to use it againPair it with our Waiting Activities Visual at the very last step!Link to download:Waiting Activities VisualCheck out our Instagram pa

Make learning fun with this resource! This resource helps your child to learn the following:Letter recognition (uppercase and lowercase)Matching of the corresponding lettersThis resource can be used to teach letter sounds too! How to use this resource:Print and laminate flash cards (or alternatively, print on smooth card stock for durability!)Hide the cards around the room for a treasure hunt! Facilitate child to find the cards and match them:Some suggestions:Slot them in a pocket chart!Paste s

This resource engages children better in recognising weather changes. Sometimes, children get upset when there are changes to their favourite outdoor activities when bad weather hits! Pair this resource together with our Changes in Weather social story to help better process the reason for changes. Changes are never easy, we know! Link to download: Changes in Weather - Social StoryHow to use this resource:Print and laminate: Weather cards and templatePaste velcro/blu tack behind the weather ca

Make motor skills practice fun! All you need is some good old coloured popsicle sticks. This resource trains hand-eye coordination and hones motor skills development all while having fun :) How to use this resource:Print and laminate cards(or alternatively, print on card stock for durability!)Hide cards around the room for treasure huntPlace the sticks in a container of sand/water beads for some sensory playModel to the child on assembling the sticks according to the pictureIntroduce time eleme