News From Your School Psychologist
December Gift Guide
Gratitude Revisit
Just because Thanksgiving is over, doesn't mean we can't continue to teach gratitude. On that note...onto the gift guide!
My favorite Things
Useful gifts for e-learning
Peapod Fidget
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14FhdB0QqWZK_e_ZHdJ2Ke_Gi-0bPIwxY/view?usp=sharing
Weighted Lap Pad
Weighted lap pads are sensory tools that promote regulation, calming, and refocusing. When used in combination with a sensory diet plan, these sensory tools are wonderful classroom additions to help children with seated posture and seated attention. This one is by Pillowfort (target) but I've seen them everywhere. I find they are not just calming for kids, but adults too! The best part is, no one sees it since it stays on your lap.
Crayola Travel White Erase
Time Timer
School Version
Time Timer White board 2 in 1 combo
New Home Edition
Nonverbal Brain Games
RUMMI-KUB
MasterMind
Kanoodle
Verbal Activity Gifts
Perplexors
Jenga
Writing prompts by Maisy Day
Best Gifts for the Whole Family!
For Mom and child
For Grandparents and grandkids
For dad and child
Gifts to get Active
Digital jump rope
Mini Ping Pong
Beat the Clock
Schylling/Tiger Tribe makes a beat the clock stopwatch set. From keeping balloons in the air, to running around the block, to setting the table, these fun time-based activities encourage kids to improve efficiency and test their reflexes.
Art Projects that take time (and patience)
Perler Beads
If you already have some, you can also make really cool bowls as holiday gifts. Check out the video below.
Jixelz
Creativity for Kids, "Big Gem" kits
Orb Factory Sticky Mosaics
Neon Coloring Sets'Coloring made easy
Interior Design
SIMPLE STUFF
Popsicle Sticks
Washi Tape
Random crafting paper
Blank books
Book Corner
Power to Choose Series
Julia Cook books
A Kid's Book About....SERIES
This series covers really important topics in a kid friendly way. Plus, it was featured as one of Oprah's Favorite Things! They have so many topics to choose from.
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Contact Me-Susan Elbaum, NCSP; Sprague School Psychologist
Email: selbaum@d103.org
Phone: 847-634-6463