Sensory Processing & Regulation

A comprehensive Check-In Check-Out (CICO) system designed for 1st-grade students to build self-regulation and positive behavior habits. This lesson includes the daily tracking sheet, a teacher facilitation guide, and a rewards menu to reinforce progress.

A professional development session for parents and educators to reframe ADHD behaviors as skill deficits using metaphors and evidence-based executive function strategies.

A comprehensive three-hour lesson designed for an adult female with disabilities, focusing on time management for personal satisfaction, exploring social clubs, and building independence through activity planning.

Esta lección utiliza personajes de animales para ayudar a un estudiante de segundo grado a comprender su propio cerebro único y apreciar los diferentes "superpoderes" que se encuentran en todos.

A 1-hour lesson designed for young adults with cognitive impairments, focusing on self-advocacy skills for the workplace, including identifying strengths, communicating needs, and understanding basic rights.

Helps students identify common distractions and implement 'shield' strategies to maintain focus during work time.

Teaches students how to use checklists to break down large assignments into small, manageable 'mission steps.'

Focuses on using a visual schedule to understand daily transitions and reduce anxiety about the sequence of tasks.

A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.

A lesson introducing students to the physical signs of anger and providing a set of empowered choices to regain control, using a space-themed visual story and choice board.

A specialized set of tools designed for 3rd-grade students, particularly those with oppositional defiance, to recognize anger triggers and select effective self-regulation strategies through a comic-based narrative and a choice-driven menu.

Cette seconde session de 3 heures se concentre sur la gestion opérationnelle des activités, la co-construction des règles de vie avec les élèves et l'évaluation de la formation.

Cette première session de 6 heures pose les bases théoriques de la flexibilité, interroge la posture de l'AED et lance la réflexion sur le réaménagement concret de l'espace hybride.

A behavior intervention lesson focused on teaching self-regulation and safety skills to a first-grade student using a superhero 'self-control' theme.

A specialized intervention lesson for Tier III students to identify common classroom distractions and implement a 'Stop, Breathe, Return' strategy using visual cues.

A lesson on social problem-solving and conflict resolution, focusing on 'I-statements,' compromise, and repairing social relationships.

A lesson on emotional regulation and impulsivity, introducing the 'Pulse Control' toolkit for managing big emotions and acting before thinking.

A lesson on distinguishing between expected and unexpected behaviors and understanding how behaviors influence the thoughts and feelings of others.

A lesson on identifying social cues and maintaining appropriate physical and social boundaries through the 'Social Radar' concept.

A Valentine's Day themed lesson for high school educational life skills students focusing on fine motor skills and following multi-step visual directions through a craft and snack assembly activity.

A short, highly visual lesson for kindergarten SPED students to identify personal anger triggers using the concept of an 'anger button'. Focuses on non-verbal communication through picture cards and modeling.

A comprehensive Check-In Check-Out (CICO) system designed for 1st-grade students to build self-regulation and positive behavior habits. This lesson includes the daily tracking sheet, a teacher facilitation guide, and a rewards menu to reinforce progress.

A 30-minute lesson designed for 8th graders to practice self-advocacy by using a pre-taught signal to request help during challenging academic 'drills'. The lesson uses an athletic metaphor to frame frustration as a hurdle to be cleared with the right 'playbook' strategy.

A comprehensive three-hour lesson designed for an adult female with disabilities, focusing on time management for personal satisfaction, exploring social clubs, and building independence through activity planning.

Esta lección utiliza personajes de animales para ayudar a un estudiante de segundo grado a comprender su propio cerebro único y apreciar los diferentes "superpoderes" que se encuentran en todos.

A set of visual supports designed for a kindergarten student to manage behavior through scheduled breaks and a structured reward system for visits with the Assistant Principal.

A 1-hour lesson designed for young adults with cognitive impairments, focusing on self-advocacy skills for the workplace, including identifying strengths, communicating needs, and understanding basic rights.

A social story and behavior guide designed to help students understand and practice expected behaviors during school assemblies and presentations in the gym.

A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.

A social story and strategy set designed for a gifted, high-energy kindergarten student to navigate social friction and practice kindness even when frustrated.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.

This lesson focuses on teaching middle school students with autism appropriate ways to seek attention without grabbing, emphasizing 'safe hands' and personal space. It includes a structured social story and a practical reflection tool.

A lesson introducing students to the physical signs of anger and providing a set of empowered choices to regain control, using a space-themed visual story and choice board.

A specialized set of tools designed for 3rd-grade students, particularly those with oppositional defiance, to recognize anger triggers and select effective self-regulation strategies through a comic-based narrative and a choice-driven menu.

This lesson helps students identify physical symptoms of illness and practice communicating how they feel to trusted adults. Students will learn specific phrases to use and practice matching symptoms with appropriate actions.

A cumulative review of all detective skills. Students apply their knowledge to complex scenarios and celebrate their growth with a graduation ceremony and portfolio review.

Targets cognitive flexibility, especially during academic challenges and games. Students practice shifting from 'stuck' thinking to 'flexible' thinking when plans change.

Teaches students to categorize social and academic problems by 'size' (Glitch, Little Problem, Big Problem). Students learn a step-by-step model for solving small problems independently.

Focuses on recognizing the needs of others and practicing acts of kindness. Students learn the 'Bucket Filling' concept to understand the impact of their actions on others.

Establishes a formal safety plan (The Calm Protocol) that identifies safe spaces, trusted adults, and step-by-step actions for high-stress moments, ensuring the student feels secure even when home life is unpredictable.

Focuses on identifying the physical and emotional signs of dysregulation and building a personalized 'toolkit' of grounding strategies that work across different classroom environments.

A short, highly visual lesson for kindergarten SPED students to identify personal anger triggers using the concept of an 'anger button'. Focuses on non-verbal communication through picture cards and modeling.

A professional development session for parents and educators to reframe ADHD behaviors as skill deficits using metaphors and evidence-based executive function strategies.

A professional development session for school staff focused on identifying early signs of ASD, understanding the autism spectrum, and following the correct referral pathways for early intervention.

A comprehensive three-hour lesson designed for an adult female with disabilities, focusing on time management for personal satisfaction, exploring social clubs, and building independence through activity planning.

Esta lección utiliza personajes de animales para ayudar a un estudiante de segundo grado a comprender su propio cerebro único y apreciar los diferentes "superpoderes" que se encuentran en todos.

A 1-hour lesson designed for young adults with cognitive impairments, focusing on self-advocacy skills for the workplace, including identifying strengths, communicating needs, and understanding basic rights.

A social story and behavior guide designed to help students understand and practice expected behaviors during school assemblies and presentations in the gym.

Helps students identify common distractions and implement 'shield' strategies to maintain focus during work time.

Teaches students how to use checklists to break down large assignments into small, manageable 'mission steps.'

Focuses on using a visual schedule to understand daily transitions and reduce anxiety about the sequence of tasks.

A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.

A social story and strategy set designed for a gifted, high-energy kindergarten student to navigate social friction and practice kindness even when frustrated.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.

A lesson introducing students to the physical signs of anger and providing a set of empowered choices to regain control, using a space-themed visual story and choice board.

Cette seconde session de 3 heures se concentre sur la gestion opérationnelle des activités, la co-construction des règles de vie avec les élèves et l'évaluation de la formation.

Cette première session de 6 heures pose les bases théoriques de la flexibilité, interroge la posture de l'AED et lance la réflexion sur le réaménagement concret de l'espace hybride.

A comprehensive toolkit for assessing and supporting students during elementary school reorganizations and transitions, focused on identifying psychological risks and planning tiered interventions.

A specialized intervention lesson for Tier III students to identify common classroom distractions and implement a 'Stop, Breathe, Return' strategy using visual cues.

A professional development session for school staff focused on identifying early signs of ASD, understanding the autism spectrum, and following the correct referral pathways for early intervention.

A comprehensive three-hour lesson designed for an adult female with disabilities, focusing on time management for personal satisfaction, exploring social clubs, and building independence through activity planning.

Esta lección utiliza personajes de animales para ayudar a un estudiante de segundo grado a comprender su propio cerebro único y apreciar los diferentes "superpoderes" que se encuentran en todos.

An exploration of the auditory and olfactory senses through a guided scavenger hunt and 'scent station' experiments.

A deep dive into the sense of touch, exploring various textures, temperatures, and physical properties of objects through a 'texture trek' activity.

An introductory lesson to the five senses using interactive demonstrations and hands-on identification activities to help students recognize how they perceive the world.

A third-level detective session focusing on 'Hidden Clues'—Frustration and Boredom. Students learn to spot the early warning signs of frustration (tight jaws, stiff necks) and the low-energy signals of boredom (heavy eyes, wandering thoughts).

A second-level training session for body detectives. This lesson focuses on 'Fast Heart' emotions—Worry and Excitement—and how to tell the difference between them through internal clues like stomach feelings and muscle tension.

A specialized lesson designed for students with ASD to develop interoceptive awareness. It focuses on identifying the physical signals of sadness and anger through detective-themed movement activities and visual body mapping.

An underwater fine motor program featuring axolotls, designed for 7-year-olds with a focus on visual instruction and sensory-based missions for pencil grasp and hand strength.

An introductory lesson for 3rd-5th grade special education students focused on identifying solids and liquids through sensory exploration and the 'Elevator' analogy.

A sensory-focused lesson for K-5 Special Education students to explore volcanic eruptions through sight, sound, and touch. Students will build a sensory vocabulary wall while watching footage of eruptions and handling physical rocks.

A multi-sensory lesson designed for 1st Grade and Special Education students to distinguish between nouns (people, places, things) and adjectives (describing words) using the five senses.

Apply problem-solving frameworks to address implementation failures and iterate on behavioral plans when interventions do not go as planned.

Translate break strategies into SMART goals and formal IEP accommodation language that is legally defensible and specific.

Design and implement data collection instruments to measure time-to-recovery and time-on-task post-intervention.

Compare proactive scheduled breaks against reactive strategies and calculate engagement endurance to prevent disruptive behaviors.

Analyze learner profiles to hypothesize effective break modalities (calming vs. alerting) based on sensory seeking or avoiding behaviors.

Students reflect on the effectiveness of their organization systems and tool choices, making data-driven adjustments to their toolkit.

Students synthesize their learning to create a formal personal regulation plan that outlines their chosen tools, storage locations, and usage criteria.

A lesson focused on 'Tactical Reset' movements—physical stretches and mindful actions designed to inhibit impulsivity and recalibrate the brain for focus.

Students differentiate between restorative and depleting breaks, creating a personalized 'menu' of energy-management strategies.

Students learn about body doubling and social accountability to leverage the presence of others for sustained task persistence.

Students audit and modify their physical and digital environments to minimize sensory and notification-based distractions.

Students test the Pomodoro technique and interval-based work to discover how structured breaks impact their productivity and stamina.

Students explore the neurobiology of dopamine and attention to understand focus as a mechanical brain function rather than a character trait.

Apply problem-solving frameworks to address implementation failures and iterate on behavioral plans when interventions do not go as planned.

Translate break strategies into SMART goals and formal IEP accommodation language that is legally defensible and specific.

Design and implement data collection instruments to measure time-to-recovery and time-on-task post-intervention.

Compare proactive scheduled breaks against reactive strategies and calculate engagement endurance to prevent disruptive behaviors.

Analyze learner profiles to hypothesize effective break modalities (calming vs. alerting) based on sensory seeking or avoiding behaviors.

Students reflect on the effectiveness of their organization systems and tool choices, making data-driven adjustments to their toolkit.

Students synthesize their learning to create a formal personal regulation plan that outlines their chosen tools, storage locations, and usage criteria.

Students co-create and practice non-disruptive protocols for retrieving and returning sensory tools within the classroom environment.

Students brainstorm and design specific storage strategies for their sensory tools to ensure they are accessible without being distracting or getting lost.

Students investigate various sensory tools to determine which specific items support their focus and document their responses to different stimuli in a 'Sensory Lab' environment.

Assessment of student ability to independently identify schedule changes and transition correctly during a 'Secret Mission' activity.

Controlled simulations of interruptions to apply visual support strategies in real-time.

Guided practice in physically updating personal schedules to match classroom changes, focusing on motor routines and task initiation.

Introduction of a specific visual 'Change' symbol to signal modifications, focusing on recognition and positive association.

Establishes a formal safety plan (The Calm Protocol) that identifies safe spaces, trusted adults, and step-by-step actions for high-stress moments, ensuring the student feels secure even when home life is unpredictable.

Focuses on identifying the physical and emotional signs of dysregulation and building a personalized 'toolkit' of grounding strategies that work across different classroom environments.

A comprehensive Check-In Check-Out (CICO) system designed for 1st-grade students to build self-regulation and positive behavior habits. This lesson includes the daily tracking sheet, a teacher facilitation guide, and a rewards menu to reinforce progress.

A set of visual supports designed for a kindergarten student to manage behavior through scheduled breaks and a structured reward system for visits with the Assistant Principal.

A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.

A foundational lesson for 2nd-grade special education students on personal hygiene habits, including teeth brushing, bathing, and using deodorant. The lesson focuses on building healthy routines through clear, visual steps and positive reinforcement.

A lesson focused on teaching simple self-regulation strategies like deep breathing and muscle relaxation to students with intellectual disabilities using a social story and visual supports.

A lesson introducing students to the physical signs of anger and providing a set of empowered choices to regain control, using a space-themed visual story and choice board.

A specialized set of tools designed for 3rd-grade students, particularly those with oppositional defiance, to recognize anger triggers and select effective self-regulation strategies through a comic-based narrative and a choice-driven menu.

A cumulative review of all detective skills. Students apply their knowledge to complex scenarios and celebrate their growth with a graduation ceremony and portfolio review.

Targets cognitive flexibility, especially during academic challenges and games. Students practice shifting from 'stuck' thinking to 'flexible' thinking when plans change.

Teaches students to categorize social and academic problems by 'size' (Glitch, Little Problem, Big Problem). Students learn a step-by-step model for solving small problems independently.

Focuses on recognizing the needs of others and practicing acts of kindness. Students learn the 'Bucket Filling' concept to understand the impact of their actions on others.

Introduces the concept of thought bubbles vs. speech bubbles. Students investigate how different people might have different thoughts and feelings about the same situation.

Focuses on identifying internal feelings and matching them to a visual scale. Students learn to recognize the 'size' of their feelings and begin building a toolbox of calming strategies.

Cette seconde session de 3 heures se concentre sur la gestion opérationnelle des activités, la co-construction des règles de vie avec les élèves et l'évaluation de la formation.

Cette première session de 6 heures pose les bases théoriques de la flexibilité, interroge la posture de l'AED et lance la réflexion sur le réaménagement concret de l'espace hybride.

A behavior intervention lesson focused on teaching self-regulation and safety skills to a first-grade student using a superhero 'self-control' theme.

A lesson focused on self-regulation and replacement behaviors for a student who hits when frustrated. Includes a personalized social story, a visual choice card, and a teacher implementation guide.

A comprehensive Check-In Check-Out (CICO) system designed for 1st-grade students to build self-regulation and positive behavior habits. This lesson includes the daily tracking sheet, a teacher facilitation guide, and a rewards menu to reinforce progress.

A set of visual supports designed for a kindergarten student to manage behavior through scheduled breaks and a structured reward system for visits with the Assistant Principal.

A social story and behavior guide designed to help students understand and practice expected behaviors during school assemblies and presentations in the gym.

A comprehensive trauma-informed support package for a 6th-grade student, focusing on emotional regulation, executive functioning, and classroom re-engagement. This collection provides tools for both the student and the educators to foster a safe and productive learning environment.

A comprehensive set of resources designed to help a student transition from aggressive physical behaviors to safe self-regulation strategies using a superhero theme. Includes a social story booklet, portable visual cue cards, and a teacher implementation guide.

A lesson introducing students to the physical signs of anger and providing a set of empowered choices to regain control, using a space-themed visual story and choice board.

Cette seconde session de 3 heures se concentre sur la gestion opérationnelle des activités, la co-construction des règles de vie avec les élèves et l'évaluation de la formation.

Cette première session de 6 heures pose les bases théoriques de la flexibilité, interroge la posture de l'AED et lance la réflexion sur le réaménagement concret de l'espace hybride.

A lesson focused on self-regulation and replacement behaviors for a student who hits when frustrated. Includes a personalized social story, a visual choice card, and a teacher implementation guide.

A specialized lesson designed to help 8th-grade students with autism transition to high school, focusing on understanding complex schedules and managing an increased academic workload through structured visual guides.

A specialized lesson designed to help 8th-grade students with autism transition to high school, focusing on understanding complex schedules and managing an increased academic workload through structured visual guides.

A collection of resources for teachers to support a 3rd-grade student struggling with anxiety, inattentiveness, and social-emotional regulation. Includes a comprehensive accommodation guide and practical student tools for self-regulation and empathy.

Provides targeted visual scaffolds for high-trigger subjects (Math and Writing) and strategies for managing sensory input and unstructured environments like Recess and Allied Arts.

Focuses on immediate strategies for teachers to manage emotional escalation and the introduction of visual communication tools for the student.

Focuses on the physical act of waiting and 'pausing' between activities. Students practice standing in 'Magic Circles' and waiting for a visual wand cue to move.

Focuses on pulling and carrying activities. Students engage in 'tug-of-war' style pulling and carrying weighted items to build proprioceptive awareness.

Focuses on pushing activities to provide heavy work input. Students move 'heavy' objects (boxes, chairs) across the library floor in controlled stations.