Mindful breathing is a great tool for relaxation, focus, and emotional regulation. For children, making breathing exercises fun and engaging can enhance their effectiveness. Shape breathing is a creative approach that combines deep breathing with visual shapes, making it easy to follow and understand. Check out the free printable at the end of this page…
This holiday season, sprinkle some Christmas magic into your brain breaks. “Roll a Christmas Brain Break” combines festive cheer with meaningful movement, ensuring everyone stays merry, bright, and balanced! The holiday season is filled with joy, laughter, and… a lot of hustle and bustle. For children (and adults!), combining busy schedules, sugary treats, and heightened…
I love a good seasonal-themed activity. Spring is a great time to pull out some novel spring-themed handwriting activities to help engage your child or student in handwriting. Here are some of my favorite spring-themed handwriting ideas to use in your home, classroom, or clinic. Spring Handwriting Activity Ideas for Children Here are some fun…
This guide is an introduction to sensory processing. I’ll define sensory processing, describe how it’s involved in daily life, and identify the sensitivity signs. Plus, I’ll give you strategies and activity ideas to help a student or child who may be struggling with sensory processing challenges. My hope is that you will come away from…
“How do I get my child to hold a pencil correctly?” I often receive this question from readers, especially parents. A large component of handwriting is how a child is holding a pencil while they write. Did you know the building blocks for pencil grasp start when a baby is just a few months old? What can…
It’s OK to feel angry or stressed out sometimes, but how can you calm down when you’re a child? Calm-down strategies can be part of the solution and I have some ideas to help get you started. Be sure to keep reading this post to find some more tips on how to use calming strategies…
