by zemirah | Aug 29, 2010 | All Relaxation Activities, Guided Imagery
When we are doing things that we like, we feel a state of joy. This visualization gets kids thinking about the things they like that are linked to feeling joyful and/or happy. This activity can be used any time, but might be helpful when kids are feeling bored,...
by zemirah | Aug 29, 2010 | All Relaxation Activities, Guided Imagery
This guided imagery exercise is perfect for connecting to your inner beauty. Take three deep breaths in. Feel your tummy expand like a balloon as your breathe in. Feel your tummy fall down flat as you breathe out. Concentrate on making your body relaxed, feel each...
by zemirah | Aug 29, 2010 | All Relaxation Activities, Family Relaxation
This is an adapted version of a literary tool used in many schools. It is usually used for editing written work. Children are instructed to find three things that they like about the work and then identify one wish about something they would like to see different or...
by zemirah | Aug 29, 2010 | All Relaxation Activities, Emotional Regulation
Worry Bubbles This activity is designed to help children to let go of worry. It is a visual activity that combines thought and action to assist the child in letting go. The activity not only helps the child to visualize worries drifting away, but it also promotes...
by zemirah | Aug 29, 2010 | All Relaxation Activities, Educator Resources, Guided Imagery
As I was putting my daughter to bed the other night, she was experiencing some fear from a dream she’d had the night before. We completed the following guided visualization activity in order to facilitate the sleep process.Steps: Close your eyes and take a deep...