Self Regulation Tools & Social Emotional Learning Activities

Tools that support kids with the "self" part of self regulation. Kids all regulate differently, having a wide range of supports available makes it easier for them to find the tools that are right for them. Kids that are regulated are more able to participate in fine motor skill development and in learning in general.

Social Emotional Learning tools can help teachers and parents guide students in understanding and managing their emotions and in growing positive relationships with others.

Self Regulation and Social Emotional Learning Tools

Practice calming breathing with this tactile activity. Visually engaging while tracing the boards with your fingers can help kids to reset and refocus.

Visual timers provide a visual representation of how much time is left. This timer can be used without a loud "ding" when it goes off for students who might be sensitive to loud noises. You can activate the alarm sound if you want it.

This book contains explicit activities that teach self regulation skills. Many of the activities are hands on and focus on the "self" part of self regulation.

Conversation cubes are a great social emotional learning activity. I use these conversation questions while we are working on fine motor skills or sensory activities.

Expandable breathing sphere. Practice breathing and self regulation.

I love these conversation cubes because they have questions related to kindness! I use these conversation questions while we are working on fine motor skills or sensory activities.

These "get to know me" cards make great conversation starters. I like to use them while we are doing a fun fine motor activity.

Practice identifying emotion, perspective taking, empathy, facial expressions and problem solving. This is a fantastic social emotional learning game.

Practice making facial expressions with these mirrors. This is a really fun way to work on awareness of your own facial expressions and how to read other peoples facial expressions.

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