The OT Toolbox has provided some great visuals on brain breaks as a self-regulation tool. To teach this concept and put break time strategies in place, here are some helpful resources: Brain Breaks: https://www.theottoolbox.com/brain-breaks/ Self-Regulation: https://www.theottoolbox.com/zones-of-regulation-activities/ Visual Supports: https://www.theottoolbox.com/visual-schedules/ How to Create Scheduled Breaks: https://www.theottoolbox.com/how-to-create-sensory-diet/ Visual from here: https://northstarpaths.com/graphics-free-downloads/
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6 Ways to Scaffold Learning in the Classroom
Here are six activities to use in the classroom to help students succeed.
New Resources Added
Happy Fall Everyone, We have been working hard adding new information in our “Resources” section. New Reading and Executive Functioning recommendations have been added, and more! Please look under the menu heading “Resources”. Cheers, Burnaby District School Psychologists
Videos of School Psychologists discussing sections of the blog.
Burnaby School Psychologist Kathy Gagno discusses the “What is a Psych-Ed”, “Details Regarding Informed Consent”, and “Pre-Referral Process” sections of the blog. Burnaby School Psychologist Simona Mocan reviews the Resources section of the blog and how to navigate it. Burnaby School Psychologist Meaghan Stratford discusses and explains sections of a Psycho-Educational Assessment Report.
Supporting friends and your own Mental Health
The McCreary Centre Society has created the following info graphic for students supporting friends and their own mental health.
Sleep Disorders
A good night sleep is important for everyone, including children. Here is an article about sleep disorders, and some tips to help children get a good sleep.
Competence Anchors to Overcome Fear of Failure
Many children experience difficulties at school and have a cycle of failure. The video and article explains some reasons why some children have fear of failure and suggestions on how to help.
Talking to Children Changes their Brain
The article from World Economic Forum (February 2018) discusses the importance of ‘chatting’ with children.
Social Media & Middle School Students
Research is continuing to look at social media use among children. Here is an article from Psychology Today written by a psychiatrist that address the dangers of social media among Middle School students (around 11-13 years old).
The Strands of the Reading Rope
There are many ‘strands’ that are part of learning how to read. See this link for a quick summary regarding the strands and their importance in reading.