Teaching a Tool of the Week
The Tool of the Week provides a routine to introduce, practice, and reflect on regulation tools over time. This practice is designed to be quick (about 3-5 mins/day) and can be layered-in with your instruction as you move forward with Zones Concepts to expose learners to a variety of new regulation tools. Ultimately, the Tool of the Week supports a learner’s agency, giving them the knowledge and experience to customize their Zones Toolbox with their preferred and effective regulation strategies. Please review the Tool of the Week Guide for further suggestions and best practices.
Regulation Tools to Explore
Sensory and Movement Tools:
Help us to engage and regulate through our senses
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Mindfulness Tools:
Help us bring awareness to our mind and body in the present moment
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Connection Tools:
Help us build and access healthy relationships with others to support regulation
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Thinking and Planning Tools:
Help us use higher level thinking and problem-solving to regulate
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