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Books

My Calming Book - A Self-Regulating Book for Kids

This book* is a calming book for young children who need a gentle brain break to reset their emotions and state of mind. Through various interactive exercises, the child will pause the brain by focusing on the sequenced activities and grounding exercises. Breathing techniques will also help the child through moments of anxiety, overwhelm, or even anger.

This book is an excellent resource book for parents, teachers and therapists alike and helps to teach children to self-regulate through simple activities that hopefully became second nature to them over time. 

My Brain is a Racecar

This book* is a story to help with understanding a neurodivergent brain. Created and inspired by the author’s daughter’s ADHD diagnosis, he wanted to gift her a book that help explain her brain's processes and needs.

"Brains are just like cars, they all drive round and round a track, picking up information and then bringing it back. Some brains are Race Cars that like to drive extra fast. Sometimes though, they forget to stop and fully complete a task.' But driving cars fast all the time and not servicing or maintaining them leads to overheating and burnout. We can apply that same logic to our brains.

Uniquely Human

This book* offers a compassionate and insightful perspective on autism with a wealth of inspiring stories and practical advice from thousands of autistic people and their families. By understanding autistic behaviours as strategies to cope with a world that feels chaotic and overwhelming, the author Barry Prizant seeks to enhance abilities, teach new skills, help individuals build on their strengths and develop coping strategies to achieve a better quality of life.

Don't Worry, Be Happy

This practical guide* by Poppy O’Neill combines cognitive-behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools with simple activities to help your child deal with anxiety. It’s aimed at children aged 7–11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child’s emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.

With the help of Fiz – a friendly and supportive character they can identify with -  your child will be guided through fun and engaging activities that are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

Products

Bouncyband for Chairs

This Bouncyband is a great piece of equipment for children who have a hard time sitting still due to seeking sensory input. It can be useful for home or school and you simply slip the Bouncyband onto the bottom of chair legs to create a fidgety footrest. Bouncing feet up and down on the rubbery band helps to alleviate anxiety and hyperactivity and children enjoy feeling the tension to relieve their stress and increase their concentration.

Balance board toy

This balance board* is designed for children's balance training education and will help to improve their balance and motor planning skills.

Available in a range of bright colours, the board is made of premium PE material, which is healthy and safe for children, and the smooth surface will not harm children.

BIC Evolution Triangle Pencils

If your child struggles to hold or grip a pen or pencil, you could try triangular-shaped pencils such as these BIC Evolution Triangle ones.

The three sides of the pencil correspond to the grip of three fingers and so the shape of the pencil facilitates the development of a pencil grip and its thick barrel makes it easier for children to grasp.

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