How to Teach Kids to Self-Regulate by Playing Games

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Don't Break the Ice: https://amzn.to/47q6zoJ
Don't Spill the Beans: https://amzn.to/3X74xn6
Jenga: https://amzn.to/47qRfGV
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Playing games is a powerful way to teach children self-regulation because games naturally create emotional and sensory experiences similar to real-life challenges. Kids get to practice managing their emotions in the moment, which helps build "muscle memory" for coping skills. Looking for a fun and effective way to teach kids how to manage their emotions? In this video, I’ll show you why playing games is one of the most powerful and overlooked strategies for teaching self-regulation to children. You’ll learn how simple games like Don’t Break the Ice, Red Light Green Light, Freeze Dance, Jenga, and Simon Says help kids practice emotional control, body awareness, and coping strategies—in the moment, when it matters most. We’ll talk about how games naturally activate emotions and sensory input, making them the perfect setting for practicing real self-regulation—not just talking about it.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Why games are the key to teaching self-regulation
00:27 — Why coping skills fail in the moment
01:02 — Kids need to practice skills in emotional states
02:02 — Games naturally create emotional learning moments
02:42 — Embodied cognition: learning through mind + body
03:03 — What types of games to use
03:13 — Tabletop games for young children
03:47 — Outside Game for impulse control
04:23 — Game for attention + control
05:00 — Game for older students
05:29 — Game for advanced learners
05:53 — Games must stay fun & manageable emotionally
06:03 — Pair coping strategies with positive emotions
06:44 — Building “emotional muscle memory”
07:31 — Games prepare kids for real-life stress moments
07:55 — Why in-person games beat online games
08:40 — Tip for parents: keep games visible & accessible
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