Hey Kids, let me tell you a little about me and this book! 1. Label that Feeling! 2. Let's Learn the HOW of Using Anywhere Body Breaks! Lauren's Self-Regulation Menu of AWESOME Anywhere Body Breaks 'Appetizer' Choices. 3. Let's Learn the HOW of Using Tools! Lauren's Self-Regulation Menu of AWESOME Tool 'Main Dish' Choices. 4. Let's Learn the HOW of Using Big Body Breaks! Lauren's Self-Regulation Menu of AWESOME Big Body Break 'Dessert' Choices. 5. Choosing the Right Strategy is Like Ordering Fast Food…Sort Of. 6. Wow! You Are a Body Control and Self-Regulation Expert! But Not So Fast, Your Work is Not Done Yet… Some Important Tips for My Fellow Parents. Some Important Tips for Teachers. Some Important Information About the Major Sensory Systems. Tips of the Trade!: Ways to Make Your Home or Classroom More Conducive to Self-Regulated Kids. Appendix 1: I Caught You Calm! Appendix 2: Self-Monitoring Checklist. Appendix 3: Label that Feeling Pocket Chart. Appendix 4: At-a-Glance Resource Charts. Appendix 5: Sum it All Up Page. Therapy Resources and Websites. References.
Super fun ways for kids to stay in control of their moods - including breathing, pressure holds, finger pulls and fidgets
Lauren Brukner is a Senior Occupational Therapist and the author of seven books with Jessica Kingsley Publishers. She currently works as a Senior Occupational Therapist and evaluator for the NYC Department of Education. She has contributed to Scary Mommy, the Huffington Post, and Edutopia. In 2020, Lauren was a speaker at UNESCO's Virtual Special Kids International Summit. She lives in New Jersey.
This book is crammed with sensory tools kids can use to feel and
function better anywhere, anytime. It helps children recognize what
they are feeling - whether they are low arousal and sluggish,
overaroused and emotional, or just too hyper - and empowers them
with strategies they can use to feel 'just right'.
*Lindsey Biel, OTR/L, co-author of Raising a Sensory Smart Child,
and author of Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical
Work with Kids & Teens*
Something for everyone! Great graphics for kids. Illustrated charts
for teachers. Helpful hints for parents. Innovative resources for
therapists. Truly an awesome compilation of strategies students can
use anytime anywhere. No assembly required!
*Beverly H. Moskowitz, DOT OTR/L, CEO at Real OT Solutions,
Inc.*
The Kid's Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control is crucial in
helping children pinpoint how they feel so they can implement which
methods work best for them to maximize their learning potential and
provide everyday comfort.
*Leslie Burby, Author, Advocate, Former Special Educator,
Editor-in-Chief of Autism Parenting Magazine*
A sensational resource for kids, caregivers, teachers, and
practitioners! The kid-friendly text empowers the readers to take
ownership of their own physical and mental feelings, which is
essential for successful therapeutic outcomes. The ingenious
toolbox provides a menu of sensory strategies to ensure a "just
right" feeling necessary for healthy and happy living.
*Marie Sherwood Bell, MS, OTR/L, Owner, Novo Advocacy and
Consulting LLC*
This book provides practitioners with a wide and varied menu of
imaginative and accessible techniques for helping individual
children and young people manage their feelings and behaviour.
The emphasis is on physical expression and management, enabling
pupils to be in or regain control and focus. The exercises are
progressive and a programme can be tailor made to suit the child's
needs, ability and different contexts. It would be useful for
practitioners, primary and secondary supporting disruptive and
anxious children within the school and classroom environment.
*In Our Hands blog*
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