Description
The Kids’ Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control: Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate their Emotions and Senses by Lauren Brukner is a gentle, empowering resource designed to help children develop emotional regulation and sensory awareness in a fun and accessible way. Packed with simple activities, mindfulness techniques, and easy-to-understand explanations, this book supports kids in managing feelings of stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.
Written by occupational therapist Lauren Brukner, this book is rooted in the latest research on sensory processing and emotional health. It equips children (and their caregivers) with practical tools to better understand their bodies, recognize emotional triggers, and build self-control skills — helping them stay calm, focused, and confident in everyday life.
Whether your child struggles with sensory sensitivities, emotional outbursts, or just needs strategies to stay centered, The Kids’ Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control offers a compassionate, kid-friendly approach to:
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Identifying and expressing emotions safely
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Using breathing and movement exercises to calm the nervous system
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Building resilience and self-awareness through playful activities
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Encouraging positive self-talk and confidence
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Creating personalized “awesome and in control” plans
Ideal for parents, teachers, therapists, and caregivers, this book is an invaluable tool for fostering emotional intelligence and sensory regulation in children ages 5 to 12. It helps kids feel understood and supported while developing lifelong skills for mental well-being.
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