Las actividades extraescolares adaptadas a las distintas etapas, no son solo una forma de mantener a los niños ocupados después de la escuela. Se han convertido en una parte esencial del crecimiento personal de los estudiantes. Desde deportes como el fútbol y el baloncesto, hasta actividades creativas como el teatro y la música, cada una de estas experiencias aporta mucho más que habilidades específicas: son fundamentales para su desarrollo emocional, social y académico.
CREATING SPACES FOR EMOTIONAL MANAGEMENT
This is where the calm corner and the conflict corner can be of great help. At Casvi Boadilla school we have these two spaces in our preschool in Madrid. And although they are educational tools that are often used in the classroom, having them at home, can be equally effective for emotional management and conflict resolution in the family environment.
The corner of calm
It is a small refuge where your child can retreat to when overwhelmed by intense emotion. It’s not just about getting away from the conflict, but having a place where you can calm down and reflect. This corner should be a cozy space, with materials that help you relax:
– Books
– Pillows or stuffed animals
– Sensory games
It is important that the child feels comfortable and safe in this space, knowing that he/she has a place where he/she can reconnect with him/herself.
HOW TO INTEGRATE EMOTIONAL MANAGEMENT INTO THE FAMILY ROUTINE?
For these spaces to be really effective, it is important to integrate them naturally into the daily routine of your home. Here are some ideas on how to do it:
