Self-regulation is a skill — and like any skill, it can be taught. That's especially true for kids with language-based learning differences, who often need concrete, independent tools for managing big feelings.
A recent Understood.org article shares 6 simple self-care strategies kids can use on their own, without needing an adult to walk them through it in the moment: mindfulness, starfish or belly breathing, personal affirmations, play breaks and pretend play, rocking or swaying to calm the nervous system, and creative outlets like drawing or journaling.
At Parkside, building these self-regulation tools is part of how we support the whole child, not just academic growth. Small, repeatable strategies like these help students build confidence and resilience both in and out of the classroom.
Read the full article here: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/self-care-for-kids-6-ways-to-self-regulate