Just Right! Jr: Why Early Sensory Modulation Matters for Self-Regulation and Classroom Success
This engaging, 2-hour webinar explores why sensory modulation language and concepts should begin in early childhood, especially since we see emotional and sensory dysregulation emerging at younger ages. Implementation is critical before behavior challenges develop that can negatively impact social and academic success. Drawing from the latest research, participants see how play-based sensory activities, rhythm, movement, and hands-on learning help young children build body awareness, emotional vocabulary, and self-regulation skills that directly support classroom participation. The presenter discusses:
- how early sensory language (“fast,” “slow,” “just right”) bridges sensory processing and emotional regulation
- simple ways teachers can embed strategies across daily routines, and
- how programs like Just Right! Jr. empower educators, families, and therapists to work from a shared sensory framework that promotes calm and engaged learners.
BONUS: Your purchase includes a coupon code for a FREE, digital copy of Just Right! Jr: A Sensory Modulation Curriculum for Emerging Learners (a $40 value).
Learning Outcomes
- List two reasons why early sensory modulation supports the development of self-regulation, language, and classroom participation.
- Identify three evidence-based sensory and movement strategies that can be embedded into preschool routines to promote regulation and participation.
- State how sensory language builds emotional awareness and social-emotional learning foundations.
- Identify the importance of teacher support and collaboration among OTs, PTs, SLPs, and SEL specialists for consistent implementation across pediatric settings.
Course Information
- Target Audience: introductory- to intermediate-level pediatric occupational therapy practitioners, SLPs, early education specialists, teachers, and parents
- Course Instructor: Kim Wiggins, OTR/L
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- CE Broker course code: 20-1349319
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
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Sensational Brain LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity ID# 15095. This distance-learning, interactive format is offered at 0.2 CEUs, Introductory level, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. |
Kim Wiggins, OTR/L, is an experienced occupational therapist specializing in the treatment of children since 2001. She is a full-time therapist at a City School District in upstate New York, owner of www.OTKimWiggins.com, and has been a nationally known speaker since 2011. Kim is certified in Mobile Devices for Children with Disabilities, Puzzle Art Therapy, Handwriting Without Tears, Zaner Bloser, The Size Matters Handwriting Program, The Listening Program, and as an Irlen Screener. To view Kim’s courses, check out her product page.
Disclosures
- Financial: Kim Wiggins receives a speaking fee from Sensational Brain LLC and is the owner of OTKimWiggins LLC. Kim is an affiliate for these companies and receives a percentage of profits from her referrals for these webinars:
- Double Time Docs (https://www.doubletimedocs.com): A Collaboration Sensation and Get It Done! OT documentation
- Move Thrive Play (https://www.moveplaythrive.com): Primitive Reflexes
- SpedNotes (a free program until August 2020, https://www.spednote.com/): Get It Done! OT documentation and Writing IEP Goals
- Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
