Fidget Fixers from Carolyn Kisloski and Dr. Jean
Downloadable eBook - 48 Pages - 80 Activities - Many videos

Although children have always had the “fidgets,” the issue seems to be escalating. Why? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out. Children are spending way too much time sitting passively and going “tap and swipe” instead of running around outside and playing. When they are expected to sit and be quiet, those wiggles build up until they are like a balloon ready to POP!

What this eBook will do . . .

Give you brain toys that children can use to reduce fidgets.

Teach you songs and movement activities that release energy.

Demonstrate mindful songs to help children focus.

Share “stand up and learn” songs and dances where children can move
as skills are reinforced.

Give you simple ideas that you can integrate into your daily plans to
make YOU and your children feel better, relax, and PLAY!

Give you strategies to nurture the executive function (aka self-regulation).

Develop social emotional learning by helping children feel better about
themselves as they enjoy singing and moving with their classmates.

 

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Wiggle Worms

When I was a little girl I was often referred to as a “wiggle worm.” As an older adult I still find it difficult to sit quietly for long periods at a time. I guess that’s why I can identify with kids who fidget. Carolyn Kisloski and I have put our heads together to share tips and strategies we’ve learned over our seven decades in the field of education. These songs, tools, and activities are tried and true - simple and effective.

Children Want to Move

Whether it’s 1953 or 2019, most children WANT to move and NEED to move. Forget ADHD or other labels, it’s natural for the body to develop through movement and exploration. Although children have always had the “fidgets,” the issue seems to be escalating. Why? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out. Children are spending way too much time sitting passively and going “tap and swipe” instead of running around outside and playing. When they are expected to sit and be quiet those wiggles build up until they are like a balloon ready to POP!
Nothing can take the place of running, jumping, swinging, and climbing outside, but if you have limited time, space, and equipment, you’ll find these “Fidget Fixers” are just what you need.