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In The Kid Connection elementary school students learn social emotional skills that support their meaningful participation in the classroom, on the playground, and in their lives outside of school. During the school dismissal period Miss Kitty, our Kid Connection Specialist, will be offering a series of brief, 5-minute videos for our students to learn and practice social emotional skills at home.
Regulating Emotions: Self Control
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Ways that parents can support their child in learning and practicing emotional regulation:
Talk with your child about identifying what they experience in their body when they're upset e.g., do you feel tightness in your chest? Are your shoulders scrunched up and tense? Does your face feel warm? What expression do you have on your face?Practice taking Brave breaths with your child.
Talk with your child about options for dealing with their emotions in a positive way e.g., walk away, talk to an adult, draw a picture, write in a journal, continue deep breathing.
Support your child’s choice of options discussed and help them move on.