Tip of the Week for September 17th, 2012
Improve Concentration and Focus with a Relaxation Station
or Concentration Station
Now that school is back in session, your child may come home with work to complete or chores to do. After the long day of hard work, the focus needed for these activities might be a challenge, which can lead to battles and melt-downs. Creating a relaxation station in your home can give your child a space to minimize sensory overload and help him to calm down in a peaceful environment. When a body is able to filter out irrelevant stimuli he can be more productive. Taking the time to help your child relax will save time in the long, as he will come back ready to be productive.
Book of the week: Model Me Organization and Motivation [videorecording (DVD)]. Model Me Kids, 2010. This DVD is for ages 9-17, and topics include Planning Ahead, Flexibility, and Focus. This book is in the SESA Library in Anchorage (we're so sorry, but the Fairbanks branch is closed due to budget constraints). You may search the library catalog via the SESA website or contact Anne directly by email at afreitag@sesa.org, or by phone at 907-334-1301. |
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