We can help the young children in our lives manage challenging feelings by strengthening their red Alert & Engaged hearts. Feeling Alert & Engaged is linked to recognizing and naming emotions and self-regulation. While toddlers and pre-school aged children are learning to notice their feelings and exercise self-control, the adults in their lives are still essential co-regulators.

Learn how to teach children self-control the right way with this collection of fun yet powerful self-regulation strategies and activities for kids!

Helping kids understand and regulate their emotions through arts and crafts is a fantastic way to promote self-regulation needs while fostering emotional intelligence and well-being. So, here are 12 self-regulation crafts designed to help kids express themselves artistically and navigate the colorful world of feelings.

The nervous system plays a vital role in self-regulation, managing responses to stress and maintaining emotional balance. Techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, and grounding exercises are essential for fostering self-regulation and restoring equilibrium in the nervous system.