Sometimes the most effective regulation tools are also the simplest. One strategy I regularly use with children is tapping — a rhythmic, repetitive movement that gives the body sensory input and can help students pause, reconnect with their bodies, and settle before moving on to whatever comes next. What I love most about tapping isContinue reading “Tapping: Nervous System Regulation children can use EVERYWHERE!”
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The Best Calm Corner Ideas for Classrooms: Teacher-Tested Tools That Help Kids Self-Regulate
Every classroom has students who need a moment. A moment to breathe. A moment to reset. A moment to calm their busy minds or wake up their sleepy brains. That’s where a thoughtfully designed calm corner can make a difference. A calm corner isn’t a punishment or a reward. It’s a space that teaches childrenContinue reading “The Best Calm Corner Ideas for Classrooms: Teacher-Tested Tools That Help Kids Self-Regulate”
Breathe, Move and Rest: Why Meditation works Wonders for Kids
As adults, we know how powerful a deep breath can be—but for children, learning to pause, notice, and breathe might be one of the most valuable skills they ever learn. Meditation helps kids strengthen focus, regulate emotions, and feel safe in their bodies. It’s like giving them an internal “pause button” they can use anytimeContinue reading “Breathe, Move and Rest: Why Meditation works Wonders for Kids”
Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits
My yoga class today was *pure magic*. We played a new yoga game I called **Breather Leader**, and it was an absolute hit with my students. It had everything I love in a children’s yoga session—connection, movement, mindful breathing, laughter, and leadership. Instructions: We started with a breathing circle, and passed around the ever soContinue reading “Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits”
Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids
One of my favorite classes I planned this month was a Flower Yoga class for kids. My students loved using these plush, cheerful flowers that I found on Amazon. They were the perfect accessory to teach presence during Spring (and we even had some perfectly timed sneezes! Ha!) Below are some of the interactive andContinue reading “Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids”