As occupational therapists and educators, we understand the importance of creating an optimal learning environment for our students. With the pressures of testing, difficulty with
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the ability to navigate emotions and regulate behavior is more critical than ever for students’ success and well-being. As educators, occupational therapists, and school counselors, we play a pivotal role in equipping our students with the necessary coping strategies and self-regulation techniques to thrive in both academic and social settings.
Taking away recess as a punishment for incomplete tasks hinders rather than helps. Play is important for social, emotional, and cognitive development. Depriving children of recess undermines their overall well-being, hindering growth and creating a counterproductive learning environment. Students need recess for self-regulation and executive function. It is a time to play and problem-solve with their peers, get a movement break and some fresh air.
In the classroom, students may misbehave due to various factors, including unmet sensory needs, difficulty with self-regulation, or challenges in social-emotional learning (SEL). Creating a calming corner can be a great strategy.
Are your students struggling with emotions and having difficulty choosing coping strategies to regulate their bodies? Are they off-task, disruptive, distracted, or impulsive? Do you need ideas to help manage these behaviors? All Behaviors have a reason and students will do well when they can.
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