https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/25-heavy-work-activities-kids.html

Sensational Brain.com is a wonderful resource for helping you understand and problem solve issues of self-regulation.  Many of my OT students have been interested in the concept of being on:

RED.  This means Im feeling sluggish, tired, lazy, sleepy.  I use the example of Eyeore from Winnie the Pooh.  If we were to compare out bodies to a type vehicle, if Im on red Im like a tractor or a tug boat.

YELLOW.  Im feeling like Im in the "Just Right" zone for learning.  Focused, calm, friendly, respectful, organized.  If Im a vehicle, Im just like Mom's car or minivan.  Predictable, safe and getting me where I need to go.

Green.  Im feeling hyper, energetic, fidgety, on-the go, wild.  If I'm a car Im a Ferrari on a racetrack.  

Being aware of our arousal state is helpful.  We can do an activity or ask for a break to get us back into the "Just Right" zone that supports our ability to learn and participate in class!

This website has a wealth of information regarding child development, sensory processing skills and other OT related areas

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