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Turn Overwhelm into Growth: 6 Simple Ways to Help Your Preschooler Regain Calm
Big feelings can make preschool overwhelming—for kids and parents alike. This post shows how to turn meltdowns into growth with six simple strategies, including creating a Calm Down Corner that helps children reset with confidence. Discover how to build a safe, positive space that engages their senses, supports self-regulation, and transforms chaos into calm—giving your preschooler lifelong tools to manage emotions and thrive.
The Secret to Fewer Meltdowns: 5 Sensory Break Strategies Every Preschooler Needs
When your preschooler melts down over the wrong crayon, it’s not misbehavior—it’s dysregulation. This post reveals how simple, playful sensory breaks can reset overwhelmed bodies and brains, helping kids stay calm, focused, and connected. With five easy strategies and decades of early childhood expertise, learn how to turn chaos into calm—one sensory break at a time. Because a regulated child is a ready child.