Amy Nelson | Calm and Connect Kit
Nurturing Emotional Connection Through Play
Developed in partnership with award-winning children's author, Play Therapist, and Social and Emotional Learning Consultant, Amy Nelson, this thoughtfully curated kit provides everything you need to foster emotional intelligence, connection, and joy in young children through engaging, play-based activities.
Playful Learning
The Calm & Connect Play Kit equips teachers with resources to foster shared joy, strengthen emotional connections, and facilitate optimal arousal thorough playful co-regulation.
Relieves Stress
Playing together soothes anxieties and creates a shared sense of calm.
Supercharges Learning
Collaborative play ignites curiosity and makes learning an exciting adventure.
Builds Resilency
Joyful play strengthens emotional resilience, preparing kids to navigate life's challenges together.
What’s in the Calm & Connect Kit
Pass the Pickle
This exciting, fast-paced game, included in the Calm & Connect Play Kit, can be used in countless ways to encourage playful learning. For example, it helps children practice problem-solving and taking turns while fostering positive social interactions. Learn more about using this game and others in Amy Nelson's play course.
Photo Block
This unique block, included in the Calm & Connect Play Kit, offers a versatile tool for connection and emotional exploration. Learn how to use it for personalized play and social-emotional learning activities, fostering cooperation and communication. Color may vary. Amy Nelson's play course offers guidance on utilizing this block for engaging play.
2 Bean Bag Turtles
This set of 2 adorable turtle bean bags, included in the Calm & Connect Play Kit, offers a fun way to develop motor skills and promote interaction. Discover activities that support impulse control, encourage listening for cues, and foster playful learning. Colors may vary. Explore more activities like this in Amy Nelson's play course.
24 Egg Shakers
This set of 24 egg shakers, included in the Calm & Connect Play Kit, provides a rich sensory experience. Discover how to use them for everything from up and down regulation activities to promoting sustained attention. Amy Nelson's play course can help you maximize the learning potential of these shakers.
2 Scarves
This set of 2 colorful, flowing scarves, included in the Calm & Connect Play Kit, inspires imaginative play and movement. Learn how to use them to encourage positive peer interactions, enhance working memory, and spark creativity. Colors may vary. See Amy Nelson's play course for ideas on incorporating these scarves into enriching play experiences.
Learn from Award-Winning Author & Play Therapist
The Calm & Connect Kit provides the tools; "The Playful Way" course, led by Amy Nelson, unlocks the why and how. Explore the science of self-regulation, discover how play builds emotional intelligence and resilience, and learn practical strategies to implement playful co-regulation in your classroom. Gain confidence in using the kit and create deeper connections with your students.
Playful Learning Starts Here
The Calm & Connect Play Kit equips teachers with the resources to foster shared joy, strengthen emotional connections, and facilitate optimal arousal through playful co-regulation. Bring the power of play to your classroom today!
