2, 4, 6, 8 This Is How We Regulate: 75 Play Therapy Activities to Increase Mindfulness in Children

ISBN: 1683731735

Author: Turner-Bumberry, Tracy

Condition: New

A must-have resource for therapists, educators, and caregivers seeking creative, effective ways to support childrens emotional growth and resilience.Written by play therapist Tracy Turner-Bumberry, LPC, RPT-S, CAS, this practical toolbox features 75 simple, playful, and targeted interventions rooted in mindfulness, expressive arts, and play therapy. Designed to help children strengthen self-regulation, improve focus, and cope with big emotions, each activity is easy to use, portable, requires minimal materials, and can be clearly explained to parents, teachers, and fellow therapists.Learning mindfulness can be challenging-especially for children with autism, anxiety, ADHD, or other emotional regulation difficulties. This book meets kids where they are, offering developmentally appropriate, hands-on approaches that make mindfulness accessible and meaningful., including:Breathing exercisesDrawing and coloring, including mandalasNature-based activitiesMulti-media and three-dimensional projectsMovement, sensory experiences, and gamesStorytelling, puppetry, and improvisational play