![]() ![]() I then model being upset and how to use the safe place appropriately. I explain how it’s a place they can go when they want to be alone or feel upset. Then I introduce the safe place in our classroom. It’s about a little girl who gets mad and goes up into a tree to calm down. To introduce the safe place, I read When Sophie Gets Angry. You can download my FREE Curriculum Map HERE. I typically introduce it around week three in my classroom after I teach all the basic classroom routines. Just like anything else in your classroom, you have to teach students what a safe place is and how to use it. Personally, I stay away from things hanging from the ceiling for safety reasons because when a student is upset, he or she may pull on them or wrap themselves in them. ![]() Just remember, when students are upset, they cry, sneeze, and cough, so make sure the items in the safe place can be easily washed and cleaned. Place a rug, pillows, and/or combination of bean bags in the safe place. sand timer (to be used for turn taking when sharing toys in the classroom, NOT for time out).calm down kit with sensory goodies (squishy toys, sensory bottles, child-safe mirror, social story, deep breath chart, etc.).pillow, bean bag, or rug in cool, relaxing colors.What you need to create a safe place or cozy corner: Being upset or having a problem is not a punishment it’s a life skill. You want to make a place students WANT to go to calm down. Just remember: the safe place is NOT time out. This post contains affiliate links which means I earn a tiny commission when you use my links at no cost to you. Grab the FREEBIE by entering your email in the box at the bottom of this post. Make sure you read to the end and grab the FREEBIE! ![]() Sometimes students (teachers too) need to take a break from what’s going on around them so they can regain control of their emotions. It is a place students can go when they feel various emotions like sad, mad, frustration, nervous, or even tired. It should be a place that is cozy with visual supports, that is away from the load spaces in the classroom. Sincerely Marie Designs – Town and Country Living – Vinyet Etc.Every classroom needs a place for students to go where they feel safe, can calm down, or solve problems. Visit my friends below to see what cozy ideas they have in store for April! Everyone deserves to take a time-out from the world on occasion, don’t you think? This charmer is called a “little fiddle.” Such a cute name for an impressive plant. And did you notice my newest fig? It’s a smaller version of the popular fiddle leaf fig. Here, I will rest my weary bones and sore muscles after a fruitful day out in the garden. The glow of a mercury glass candle adds another layer of ambiance and warmth. The latest issue of Country Home magazine is amazing and worth every penny!Īlso nearby is my favorite Creeping Fig to purify the air while I enjoy my time-out corner. Ever since my early twenties I’ve loved poring over an issue of Country Home or Country Living, savoring every page and every photo. Here, I can sit and read or curl up to watch an episode or two of The Crown or reruns of Fixer Upper.Ī basket filled with my favorite magazines is nearby for inspiration. A pale blue pillow adds just a touch of calming corner. ![]() Since it’s spring, I lightened up my favorite chair with light weight quilt with a floral pattern. In order to balance life, I created a cozy time-out corner just for me, when I need a respite from the world and simply want to relax. Work is getting busy, our family events are getting more frequent, and soon there will be added work in the garden. Check out everyone’s cozy ideas for April at the end of this post. Today I’m joining a few blogging friends for another Cozy Living session. Do you remember putting your child in “time-out” when they needed a break from misbehavior? I decided sometimes we need a break from the stress of life and should have our own cozy time-out corner! The difference however, is that the latter corner is a reward to yourself! ![]()
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