# Tips to teach kids self-regulation See [[Self-regulation]] Tips to develop that skill: - Take fresh air - Go outside, walk and play - Let the energy out - When the heart rate increases, more blood flows to the brain, which increases the brain power available to think - Blow bubbles - Making bubbles is a fun way to learn to take deep breaths at a regular rhythm - Read together - Reading books about emotions is a wonderful way to explore feelings that our kids have - Listen to music - Calm music helps settle kids down - Making up simple/silly songs is also a fun way to calm down - Rest and nutrition - Lack of sleep, dehydration and hunger weakens our social-emotional skills. Sometimes, kids just need a snack or take a nap to feel better Reference: ![[2022-06-27-teaching-kids-self-regulation.png]]