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New Baby Story Stones: Helping Children Adjust to a New Sibling Through Play

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Bringing home a new baby is one of the biggest changes a young child can experience. Before the baby arrives, many children are excited. They talk about becoming a big brother or sister. They imagine playing together, sharing adventures, and teaching the baby new things. Then the baby comes home. Suddenly, parents seem busier. The […]

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Back-to-School Story Stones: Helping Kids Talk About Worries, Friendships, and New Beginnings

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The first few weeks of a new school year can bring a surprising mix of emotions. Some children are excited to meet a new teacher, carry a new backpack, or see their friends again. Others quietly worry about finding their classroom, making friends, separating from parents, or not knowing what to expect. Many children experience

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DIY Story Stones for Kids: How to Make and Use Storytelling Rocks for Social-Emotional Learning

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Storytelling is one of the oldest ways humans make sense of the world. Long before children learn to write essays or share complex feelings, they tell stories through play, imagination, and the objects around them. A stick becomes a magic wand. A cardboard box becomes a spaceship. And a painted rock can become a brave

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Paper Fortune Teller Coping Skills: A Simple SEL Craft Kids Actually Love

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This post may contain affiliate links, including Amazon Associate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. There is a reason kids love paper fortune tellers. They get to fold, choose a color, count numbers, open and close the paper, and wait

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Simple Paper Crafts for Kids That Support Creativity, Calm, and Emotional Learning

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This post may contain affiliate links, including Amazon Associate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Simple paper crafts for kids are often the activities we reach for when we need something quick, affordable, and easy to set up. A rainy

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Colorful emotion worksheets for kids surrounded by crayons, stickers, and playful learning tools on a sunny classroom or home therapy table.

5 Worksheet Ideas to Help Kids Learn About Emotions

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Helping kids identify, understand, and express their emotions is essential for their emotional and social development. Worksheets can make this process engaging, interactive, and creative. Here are five worksheet ideas, along with detailed instructions on how you can create them yourself at home or in the classroom. Why These Activities Are Important for Children Emotional

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DIY Feelings Jar for Kids: A Painted Jar Craft for Emotional Regulation

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This post may contain affiliate links, including Amazon Associate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Helping children understand their feelings does not always begin with a big conversation. Sometimes, it begins with something much smaller. A jar. A paintbrush. A

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Back-to-School Calm Corners: 7 Budget Decor Hacks Counselors & Teachers Swear By

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Is it strange that my school counselor toolkit contains both tissues for tears and sneakers for hallway sprints? Because during the first week of school, I am everywhere. Greeting new students. Checking in with teachers. Walking nervous children to class. Answering “Can I talk to you?” notes. Helping with friendship worries, morning tears, schedule changes,

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The Best Gifts for 3-6-Year-Old Kids with ADHD: Engaging, Fun & Focus-Boosting Ideas

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Your child bounces excitedly as they unwrap their gift, eyes wide with wonder. It’s not just any toy—it’s something that truly captivates them. Within moments, they’re engaged, exploring, and using up their boundless energy in a productive way. No frustration, no boredom—just pure joy.

For parents of kids with ADHD, finding gifts that are both fun and functional can be a challenge. You want something that keeps their attention, helps regulate their energy, and supports their sensory and cognitive development. That’s exactly what this guide is all about—picking gifts that work with, not against, your child’s unique brain.

Let’s dive into the best gifts for 3-6-year-old kids with ADHD that will encourage focus, movement, creativity, and relaxation.

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10 Emotional Regulation Activities for Kids That Really Work

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When a child melts down, it’s rarely about “bad behavior.” It’s a nervous system asking for help. Emotional regulation is the skill set that helps kids notice what they feel, calm their bodies, and choose a healthy response—and like any skill, it strengthens with practice and good tools. Below are ten emotional regulation activities for

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