Proprioceptive
& Vestibular Emotion Regulation Strategies for Kids
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Pillow Fight!
Wrestle with a large pillow or cushion!
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Trapeze
Pretend to walk on a tightrope (a straight line on the ground), taking slow, careful steps. Draw your own tightrope on the ground with chalk.
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I’m a Star
Do 10 star jumps in a row. Remember to land softly with your knees slightly bent.
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Sticky Wall
Use sticky Velcro balls or sticky hands to throw at a wall and see how high they stick.
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Spider Climb
Try climbing up a secure rope, pretending that it is a spiderweb and you are a spider. Let an adult watch to ensure you are safe.
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Chair Gym
Place your hands on the edge of a sturdy chair and do push-ups by lowering your body towards the ground and then pushing back up.
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Basketball Time
Shoot a soft ball into a basket, counting how many times you make it in.
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Flamingo
This is where you section ends. Duplicate this set of slides as many times you need to go over all your sections.
Stand on one leg and see how long you can balance without wobbling.
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Room Makeover
Push lightweight furniture like a table or chair across the room to give it a makeover.
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Crashpad
Create a pile of pillows and jump onto it from a safe height.
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Squish!
Use modeling clay or playdough and squeeze, mold, and shape it with your hands.
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Bean Bag Toss
Toss bean bags into a target or a basket from different distances.
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Bicycle Ride
Go for a bike ride to engage your body and senses. If you can adjust the gears, turn them down and step down hard!
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Skipping Rope
Try skipping rope, even if it’s just a few jumps at a time.
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Bear Hug
Give someone a big bear hug and squeeze for a few seconds, then switch and let them hug you!
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Plank Challenge
Hold a plank position as long as you can, keeping your body straight. What’s your record?
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Tabletop Drumming
This is where you section ends. Duplicate this set of slides as many times you need to go over all your sections.
Drum your fingers on a tabletop like it’s a drum, creating different rhythms. Make up your own song.
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