Learning to brush our teeth is an essential skill that sets a strong foundation for good oral hygiene. However, getting kids to brush their teeth regularly can be challenging for both parents and educators. Many children find brushing boring, resist routine tasks, or don’t understand proper techniques. So where do …
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What is a reset corner? The aim of the reset corner is to provide a safe space for children to take a break and reset when they are experiencing feelings that are tricky for them to manage at that moment. Whether at home or in the classroom, children often encounter …
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Children with avoiding patterns have a lower threshold for sensory input and tend to use active self-regulation strategies to avoid feeling overwhelmed. This is because they have a ‘low neurological threshold’, and therefore need less sensory input to be able to notice and react to what’s happening in their environment. …
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In the diverse landscape of sensory processing, we all exhibit unique patterns that influence how we perceive the world around us. We can think about this as different types of sensory processing patterns which are observable in all of us. Today, we will focus on sensory sensitivity, based on Dunn’s …
There are different types of sensory processing patterns observable in all of us. Today, we will focus on low registration, based on Dunn’s Model of Sensory Processing. This blog is the third in a five-part series on sensory processing. Check out the first blog in the series – an overview …
Teaching children about personal values is important because it helps them make sense of their world, understand who they are and what is important to them. By identifying their own values, we can make better decisions that align with our beliefs and goals. It also helps kids develop a stronger …
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There are different types of sensory processing patterns observable in all of us. Today, we will focus on sensory seekers, based on Dunn’s Model of Sensory Processing. This blog is the second in a five-part series on sensory processing. Check out the first blog in the series – an overview …
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We are all sensory beings. Right now, I am drinking a coffee (smell & taste sensory input), with the news on in the background (auditory input), and rocking on my chair (movement). Sensory processing is a foundational aspect of how we experience and interact with the world around us. It …
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This blog post is all about blending social and emotional learning (SEL) activities with some Halloween fun. It features 5 engaging activities that you can adapt to use with a wide age range of primary school children. Why merge Halloween and social and emotional learning? At its core, Halloween is …
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Are you working with children to help them understand their emotions better? Are you looking for ways to introduce the concept of body sensations and body signals to them? In this guide, we will explore body sensations and body signals and how they can give us clues about our feelings. …
