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80. Teaching Self-Regulation Skills Through Everyday Routines
Episode 8017th April 2025 • Kindergarten Cafe Podcast: Simple Tips for Teaching Kindergarten • Zeba McGibbon
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Being able to have self-regulation skills is essential for students. In this episode, I talk about how to teach self-regulation skills through daily classroom routines. I share practical strategies, including engaging activities like voice volume greetings and techniques such as five-finger breathing to help students calm down during transitions. I emphasize creating a 'control spot' or ‘calm corner’ in the classroom for self-regulation, equipped with familiar tools to support students during stress. Consistency in these practices is key as I provide additional tips for infusing self-regulation into everyday activities. 

In this episode I share:

  • Everyday Routines for Self-Regulation
  • Morning Meeting Strategies
  • The Control Spot
  • Transitioning in the Classroom

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