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Social emotional development is SO important in preschool! Preschoolers have such big emotions and as teachers we need to show them how to handle their big feelings in an appropriate way. My calm down unit has so many solutions and techniques to show preschoolers how to calm down and regain control of their body! Included: -How To Set-up -My favorite calm corner books -I Can Calm Posters (with REAL PHOTOS) -I Can Calm Poster Choice Boards w/cards (REAL PHOTOS) -Calm cards (for book ring) -I Can Calm Header and Cards for pocket chart -20 breathing exercise cards -I Can Breathe Choice Board w/cards -Breathing countdown strips -Trace & breathe posters and strips -Yoga poster and cards -Wall push-up posters (3 skin tones) -Calm down kit labels -Calm down journals -Center signs -I Can Calm Down book Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083571810549
Balmy beach days meet starry nights in the Deauville 2 paste the wall wallpaper collection. Marine themed wallpapers take inspiration from seaside villages and serene sandy beaches with classic stripe designs alongside nautical blueprints, map co-ordinates, anchors and lighthouse scenes presented in calming tones of taupe, grey and blue as well as stronger shades of navy, red and green. In addition to the wonderful nautical designs the popular Deauville Star returns in ten fabulous colours and a new large star motif! Available in twelve stylish designs Deauville 2 is perfect for anyone looking to achieve on trend nautical style and can be used for feature walls or all over for a statement-making impact. Substrate: Non-Woven Features: Paste the Wall - Washable - Wet Removable Lightfastness: Good Match Type Random Pattern Repeat 21" Roll Dimensions: 20.8 inches wide x 32.8 feet long (approximately 56 sq ft) Please note: Burke Decor does not accept wallpaper returns at this time. Why? Wallpaper is produced in batches (similar to tile) and due to dye-lot variations that occur based on when the rolls are produced, we are unable to accept returns. Galerie Wallcoverings is internationally renowned for its high quality, stylish designs. Their extensive collection of wallpapers are suited for every taste, from a bold damask to a subtle floral, or something for a child's bedroom. ...Read More
Worry Group Art Activity: Help your students in worry group personify their worries by making a worry monster with watercolors and deep breathing!
How to make a mindfulness glitter calm down jar for kids! Step-by-step directions for making a calming glitter jar, with a printable recipe.
All kids benefit from practicing mindfulness. Who wouldn't love the kids and young adults we work with to become more focused, calm, in control, and self-aware? Mindfulness is a technique that can help teach and strengthen those abilities over time. By practicing mindfulness, people can learn to bec
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"Serenity Hills - Abstract Landscape Print" Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of 'Serenity Hills', an abstract landscape print that marries modern design with nature's serenity. Each brush stroke evokes a sense of calm, with earthy hues and soft, flowing lines that shape rolling hills beneath a gentle sun. This artwork brings together rustic charm and contemporary aesthetics, perfect for adding a touch of timeless elegance to any space. Product Details: -Digital Download: One (1) PNG file -File Size: 1.76 MB, optimized for easy downloading -Dimensions: 16"x 12", vertical rectangle format for easy framing -Instant Access: File available for download immediately after purchase Ideal For: This print is ideal for anyone looking to infuse their home or office with a peaceful ambiance. It's a match for minimalist decors, Scandinavian styles, or any setting that appreciates art with a subdued palette and a hint of nature. It's equally suited as a thoughtful housewarming gift or as a centerpiece in a serene meditation room. How to Use: For a stunning visual impact, display 'Serenity Hills' as a standalone piece on a feature wall. You can also create a gallery wall with other abstract landscapes or complementary artworks. Pair with a simple frame that accentuates the print's natural vibe, or opt for a bolder choice to make a statement. Hang it above a mantelpiece, in a cozy reading nook, or in your workspace to inspire tranquility throughout your day. Please Note: -This listing is for a digital file only. No physical print or frame will be sent.
Ever felt like your students could benefit from slowing down and taking a moment calm? Well, you're in for a treat. Mindfulness isn't just a buzzword; it's a game-changer. It's about hitting the pause button, taking a deep breath, and diving into the magic of the present moment. And here's the kicker – it's not just for adults; it's for kids too! So, picture this: A classroom where calm reigns supreme, thoughts find their chill, and focus becomes a superpower. That's the power of mindfulness. And guess what? We're not stopping there. We're bringing you the tools to create a Calming Corner that'll turn your classroom into a sanctuary of serenity. Let's dive in! (GREAT NEWS! I've put together exclusive FREEBIES for mindfulness. Click here to receive them!) Mindfulness meditation is a way of focusing the mind so that it is fully attending to what’s happening right now, to what we’re doing, and to the space that we’re currently in. Cultivating mindfulness means to be present, to pay attention, and to be aware of our emotions and the way that we respond to them. Recent neuroscience research points to many benefits of mindfulness meditation: ➧ increased focus ➧ a sense of calm ➧ decreased stress ➧ decreased anxiety ➧ improved impulse control ➧ greater empathy for others ➧ improved conflict resolution skills Our students need opportunities to practice mindfulness mediation. Since the human mind often wanders from the present. Our brains have a tendency to become absorbed with thoughts about the past or the future. This kind of thinking makes us anxious. Academic pressure now affects kids as early as kindergarten, resulting in less time for play and other stress-reducing activities. Today’s students are faced with an unprecedented amount of anxiety. The pressure only grows greater in middle and high school. Surveys have found students reporting stress and fatigue as much as 75% of the time. What’s needed is a way to decrease anxiety and help students to manage their emotions. That’s where mindfulness comes in. Infusing moments of mindfulness in the classroom is not only powerful, it’s also quite simple. In general, to practice mindfulness, have students start by bringing attention to their own body. Then, have them breathe in through their noses and out through their mouths. When they notice that their mind has wondered away from the present moment, they should gently bring their attention back to their breathing. It’s also a great idea to intentionally plan moments of mindfulness in the classroom! Here are some simple ways to do just that… 1. A Mindful Moment At the beginning of class, or after a transition, have your students close their eyes and take several deep breaths. Ask them to pay attention to their breathing and what it feels like. 2. A Mindful Break Once or twice during a standard length class, just stop. Have your students stand up and stretch and then sit back down and do 30 seconds of mindful breathing. This takes no more than a minute, and it gives everyone a needed break. 3. A Mindful Quote Use motivational and inspirational quotes to help focus students’ minds during a moment of mindfulness. It’s as easy as sharing a quote, or you can download this free set of mindfulness quotes and put together a container to pull from all year long. If you'd like me to send you a free set of 24 mindfulness quotes and the materials to make a container like above, add your name and email address below: Yes! Please send me MINDFULNESS RESOURCES! 4. Attention Check During a long lesson, stop and ask your students to pause and “check their attention.” Is their mind on what is being done in class, or has it been wandering? This gives kids the chance to deliberately redirect their attention to the matter at hand. 5. Finger Labyrinths Traditionally, labyrinths are used for mediation and relaxation. Often, people walk through labyrinths. Give students the same sensation with finger labyrinths. I’ve made a collection of them that students can use when they need to focus their minds. Students simply trace the spiral paths as they practice mindfulness. Add your name and email address below to receive the finger labyrinths and mindfulness quotes in your email inbox! Yes! Please send me MINDFULNESS RESOURCES! 6. Mindful Closure At the end of class, have students close their eyes and focus on their breathing again. Ask them to think of what they have learned and perhaps congratulate themselves on their progress and accomplishments. As teachers. we have many opportunities to introduce students to mindfulness practices. Of course, one of the most important ways we can do this is by cultivating mindfulness in ourselves. If we, as teachers, are present and aware of our own emotions and responses, we set an invaluable example for our students. Many of these mindfulness activities work well in a Calming Corner in the Classroom. Add the quotes or labyrinths to the calming corner to help students when they need to take a step back and become more present in the moment. Find more ideas for creating a calming classroom environment here. Thanks so much for stopping by! Mary Beth
Try this easy peasy tutorial to make a calm down bottle the kids will love. Customize it with what you have available or make a themed one for hours of fun.
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Have you made a calm down jar yet? These little bottles are an amazing resource for parents! As the name describes they are great for calming down kids who are in timeout, bored & fidgety in the car, anxious or struggling with sensory overload. My favorite part is how easy they are to make and...Read More »
These simple drawing ideas for kids is shadow art created with basic art supplies and the sun! Shadow art is a fun STEAM activity for kids of all ages
Mindfulness art activities for kids to independently create and use to calm down and relax. Kids will have fun creating their own mindful...
Let's explore the art of using line variety to express emotion! This successful early elementary Feelings in Lines: Hair Drawing Activity, is specially crafted to kickstart the school year with fun and learning! Designed by an art educator for all educators, this engaging worksheet is perfect for fostering essential fine motor skills and early writing proficiency in young learners. This set includes 5 emotion warm up worksheets; happy, angry, silly, upset, surprised as well as a blank emotion for students to complete on their own. There is also a line reference page that is perfect for early learners to practice with through finger tracing, clay or drawing with their preferred material. Students can practice line variety by adding hair that matches the emotion of each character. This helps students make connections between the element of art line and expressive qualities in drawing. Looking for more line warm up activities? Click Here Please click the "Follow Me" button on this page to keep updated on all my new offerings! Print Note: To ensure a successful print, set print preferences to "Fit to Printable Area"
Clouds are a staple of landscape painting, but many artists struggle to paint them. I'll provide some broad guidance on painting clouds in this post.
Welcome to our latest blog post about the best orange color palettes! Orange, a color that radiates warmth and vitality, is a versatile shade that can transform any space or design. It's the color of sunsets, autumn leaves, and juicy citrus fruits, bringing a sense of energy and positivity. In this post, we'll explore
Our theme this week was "Our Five Senses" and we focused on the letter B and the shape circle. We read this week: Ferdinand by Munro Leaf Paddington by Mark Brown Paddington and the Busy Bee Carnival by Mark Brown The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Stellaluna by Janelle Cannon Our question of the week was "What is something that you are really good at?" For our theme of the week, we talked a lot about our senses, what they help us do and why we need them. We made texture collages: This week is full of some of my favorite activities from the year, these texture collages being one of them. I love how each one is different, and the kids are so proud of the texture choices that they make. AND they look amazing on the wall. We tasted sweet, salty and sour things, and the kids had to vote on their favorite taste. (They think it's awesome when they get to eat things as part of a project.) We tested their sense of smells with this project where I asked them to describe the things that they were smelling. I used perfume, shampoo, chocolate syrup, pickle juice, toothpaste and (the most tricky) water. Out on our schools nature trail we talked about the different sounds that we could hear. We did this at various points of our walk, close to the school, by the parking lot and deeper in the woods. Lastly we did another activity with the sense of touch. I set up my table with different texture objects. I used flour, rice, oatmeal, sand and a scrubbing sponge. As the students felt each thing, I asked them to describe what they were feeling. It was hard to get them away from just telling them what the items were and to use describing words, but we got there in the end. For our shape of the week, the kids practiced drawing circles with this cool worksheet of circles and another with squares and circles. We also worked on recognizing circles out of other shapes. We talked a lot about things that are circles. We sang the song "This is a circle, this is a circle. How can you tell? How can you tell? It goes round and round, No end can be found, It's a circle, it's a circle." -Found Here For our letter activities, we used our handwriting sheet for the letter B, the sheet that helps work on letter recognition, both were mentioned in the "All About Me" post. The students also wrote in their journals for the letter B. We turned B's into Bees! After we read Ferdinand we all made our own bees. This was a great way for the kids to practice their cutting skills. I love how each child's bee is different. Another project that we did (another one of my favorites all year) is the Boat Builder activity. I love it because I give the students the materials and the end result is something completely their own. Each child got a piece of white paper, a square of brown paper, a skinny black rectangle, scissors, a glue stick and crayons with the instruction of make me a boat however you want to. (They love when I say that). If I get "I don't know how..." or " I can't do it.." We go back a few steps and talk about boats.. what do they look like, where do we find them, what do they do, and then the creative juices start flowing. Here's the end results! Love it! For our Alphabet wall we made butterflies with coffee filters and water color paint. After the children painted their coffee filters and they dried I used small pipe cleaners to turn them into butterflies! And with the B addition, our wall now looks like... Our list for words beginning with B's was very impressive. Here it is! As a side note, teachers always need to be flexible, and as such, it was in the best interest of the flow of the classroom to switch two centers, the library and dramatic play center. And I'm always telling the kids to make sure that they turn off the water faucet after getting a drink or washing their hands. I tell them to "Save the water for the fishes, so I painted a mural for above the sink to remind them. Up next week: The letter C, Triangles and "Our Feelings".
À la manière de Matisse, les élèves vont faire voler des oiseaux de papier sur un fond composé de rectangles bleus.
Have a chatty class? Do your talkative students get louder and louder during small groups until it feels like chaos? Do they talk when you'r...
I have to admit something, I am not a good interior designer. I can create a resource for days, but give me empty wall space.... I decided that I was not going to stress about decorating my new (large) speech room, so I searched TPT & Pinterest for functional speech room decor. I also decided that if I am going to have this wonderful stuff on my wall, I wanted some of it to be removable! I wanted to be able to take it down and use it with students at the table or on the carpet. So after hou
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If you want to learn how to calm your nervous system, this article will teach you to feel calmer every day with several effective tips!
A flextangle, also known as a kaleidocycle, can be used as a calming tool to help children relax and be more mindful. Get ready to be wowed!
