Understanding Big Emotions: Self-Regulation Through Fun Summer Activities
Summer is often expected to be a season of fun, freedom, and sunshine—but for many children, the break from school routines can bring just the opposite: dysregulation, restlessness, and big emotions. Without the daily structure they rely on during the school year, kids may struggle to regulate their emotions. And for caregivers? The pressure to create magical summer memories while juggling everyday responsibilities is difficult. The good news? Summer can also be a perfect time to help kids build their self-regulation skills—through playful, low-pressure moments woven into your day. Here are five simple, summer-friendly strategies to support your child’s emotional well-being (and your own) during the season.