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Managing Feelings

Teaching children to process and cope with their feelings in a healthy way improves social-emotional skills and cultivates positive relationships. Develop children’s ability to manage their feelings with sensory tools, exercises in mindfulness, and other practical approaches. Find plush huggers, fidgets, books, and more in Kaplan’s selection of tools for managing feelings.

Manimo® Weighted Animals
Item: 63777P
Status: In Stock
$44.95 - $62.95
3 years & up. Manimo® weighted plush animals provide children with a sensory stimulation and soothing effect. These plush companions were designed to help children remain attentive and focused during their daily activities. Alleviating excess energy while providing deep pressure sensations. The weighted animals are soft and pliable and can be placed either on the child's shoulders, waist, thighs or stomach to stimulate rest and/or concentration. Recommended usage time is 15-20-minutes, preferably under adult supervision. Dolphin weighs 2 lbs. and Lizard weighs 4 1/2 lbs. Colors may vary.
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Sequin Snake Slap Bracelets
Item: 37582P
Status: In Stock
$21.95 - $38.95
3 years & up. The Sequin Snake Slap Bracelets are a multi-sensory experience that all kids will enjoy! Use the snake as a bracelet by snapping it on the wrist then move the dual-colored sequins back and forth to change up the look. Snakes can be used as a sensory fidget, bracelet or fun accessory. Assorted colors. Each snake measures approximately 10" long.
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First Behaviors Bilingual Board Books - Set of 6
Item: 302826
Status: In Stock
$41.94
12 months & up. Introduce toddlers to essential social-emotional skills with this engaging bilingual book set designed just for little learners. Perfect for early childhood classrooms, these sturdy board books support language development while guiding children through their first behaviors in both English and Spanish. Each book offers simple, age-appropriate text alongside vibrant illustrations that spark conversation and connection. With consistent bilingual phrasing, teachers can easily weave in vocabulary-building moments while encouraging positive character building.
Huggers Plush Zoo Animals - Set of 3
Item: 146254
Status: In Stock
$30.95
10 months & up. These zoo animals are ready to give lots of soft, snuggly hugs. Just spread their arms open wide, give the chest a little squeeze, and watch the arms instantly snap around to give you a hug. Animals can hug around your wrist, backpack, and so much more. Surface washable. Size: 8". Animals may vary.
Chloe the Weighted Comfort Cat
Item: 37272
Status: Out of Stock
$74.95
3 years & up. Plush weighted Chloe is a comforting companion who helps with sensory processing, stress and anxiety. Her floppy body can lie across laps or shoulders to help sharpen focus. Fur, ears, eyes, nose and weighted paws all provide unique textures for tactile exploration. The hook and loop pocket in her tummy holds a pouch of ceramic beads that emits a gentle lavender aroma. Remove the pouch to heat in the microwave or chill in the refrigerator. Measures approximately 16" from head to tail and weighs 2.5 pounds.
Theo the Weighted Therapy Dog
Item: 33795
Status: In Stock
$74.95
3 years & up. Meet Theo the Therapy Dog! This fuzzy lapdog is specially designed to function as a comforting companion. With a slightly heavy weight of 2.5 pounds, this cuddly friend can provide a sense of security to children with sensory input needs. Theo's soft, floppy body can lie across your lap or shoulders, and even sit-up beside you. He's just the right size for carrying along to any environment that can raise stress levels. His warm, heavy body feels lifelike, which can help to relieve stress and sharpen focus. The beads, fur, paw-pads, ears, eyes and nose all provide unique textures for tactile exploration. The hook and loop pocket in his tummy holds a pouch of ceramic beads that emits a gentle lavender aroma. Remove the pouch to heat in the microwave, or chill in the refrigerator.
Huggers Plush Ocean Animals - Set of 3
Item: 147202
Status: Out of Stock
$26.95
10 months & up. These plush ocean animals are ready to give lots of soft, snuggly hugs. Just spread their arms open wide, give the chest a little squeeze, and watch the arms instantly snap around to give you a hug. These ocean animals can hug around your wrist, backpack, and so much more. Surface washable. Size: 8". Animals may vary.