Swimming in Relaxation

Swimming in Relaxation

Relaxation practice can have your kiddos swimming in the relaxation pond.  I use this little ducky many ways in my groups at school. 1.  Group Management Group Norms:  The ducky swims in relaxation....

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Scratch and Sniff Deep Breathing

Scratch and Sniff Deep Breathing

Scratch and sniff stickers are a BIG hit in my relaxation classes.  They are colorful, come in a variety of "smells," and are fun to stick as reminders to slow down and take a deep breath.  We also...

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Pause Buttons

Pause Buttons

When kids’ energy is operating on high, I have been showing them how to hit the “pause button.” I also am teaching them that “hitting the pause button” is the first step in relaxation. First we...

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Walking with Mindfulness–the Fox Walk

My friend, Lisa Wimberger, (founder of the Neurosculpting Institute, http://neurosculptinginstitute.com/), attended tracker training.  Recently she shared that she learned to "fox walk" as part of...

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Deep Sensory + Yoga = Calm Student

Deep Sensory + Yoga = Calm Student

Want a quick way to help your special needs students achieve a more calm, relaxed, focused state?  I have been using this routine in my school to provide a sensory break for students with high...

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