{"id":326,"date":"2025-02-19T13:09:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T12:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/blog\/como-trabajar-la-autorregulacion-emocional-y-sensorial-a-traves-del-juego-y-la-musica\/"},"modified":"2025-02-19T13:09:55","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T12:09:55","slug":"how-to-work-on-emotional-and-sensory-self-regulation-through-play-and-music","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/blog\/how-to-work-on-emotional-and-sensory-self-regulation-through-play-and-music\/","title":{"rendered":"How to work on emotional and sensory self-regulation through play and music"},"content":{"rendered":"

Emotional and sensory self-regulation is a fundamental skill for all children, especially those with special educational needs. Learning to manage their emotions and respond appropriately to environmental stimuli helps them improve their communication, social interaction and general well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n

Two very effective tools for strengthening self-regulation are play and music. Through these activities, children can channel their emotions, calm down, and improve their ability to pay attention and respond. Below, we share practical strategies to apply at home, in therapy, or in the classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfb5 1. Music as a tool for emotional regulation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Music has a direct impact on the nervous system and can be used to calm, motivate or focus children's attention. Here are some ways to incorporate it:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Relaxing music to reduce anxiety: Use soft melodies, nature sounds, or instrumental music when your child needs to calm down or prepare for an activity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Rhythmic rhythms to organize the body and mind: Songs with repetitive and marked patterns help structure attention and improve coordination.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Songs with movement: Musical games such as rhythmic clapping or dancing following instructions promote sensory and emotional regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 In the VICON Method,<\/span> we have a list of songs designed to promote self-regulation in children<\/a> , helping them develop joint attention and emotional control.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfb2 2. Sensory games to balance emotions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sensory play allows children to explore textures, movements, and sounds that help them regulate. Some effective ideas include:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Deep pressure games: Wrapping them in a blanket, using heavy pillows, or giving firm hugs promotes calm.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Materials with different textures: Plasticine, kinetic sand or sensory balls help with tactile self-regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Sensory boxes or corners: Creating a space with soft lights, cushions, and sensory objects provides a calm refuge when the child feels overstimulated.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 The VICON Method videos<\/span> include imitation games with music and movement<\/a> that encourage self-regulation in children.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u270b 3. Rhythmic movement to organize emotions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement helps children release tension and structure their energy. Some recommended activities include:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Rocking and swinging to the rhythm of the music: Provides security and emotional regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Clapping or hitting surfaces rhythmically: Promotes coordination and helps release emotions.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Breathing exercises with movement: Inhaling while raising your arms and exhaling while lowering them helps connect the body with the emotion.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 In the VICON Method,<\/span> we use sign language along with musical rhythm<\/a> to reinforce the development of imitation and communication.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udcd6 4. Interactive stories for self-regulation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Storytelling with visual or tactile support helps children understand and manage their emotions.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Stories with pictograms: They facilitate the understanding of emotional states.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Stories with pauses to breathe and move: They allow emotional regulation to be internalized.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f Stories about emotions: They help children identify and express what they feel.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udc49 In the VICON Method, we have stories within the levels that encourage attention and the development of self-regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Play and music are powerful tools to help children with special needs regulate their emotions and sensory response. Applying them at home, in therapy and at school will make a huge difference in their development and well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are not yet part of our community, you can<\/span> access the VICON Method program for free for 7 days<\/a> and discover practical strategies to stimulate learning and communication.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd39 Would you like to learn more about these strategies? Leave us your comment or share this article with whoever needs it. \ud83d\ude0a<\/span><\/p>\n

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La autorregulaci\u00f3n emocional y sensorial es una habilidad fundamental para todos los ni\u00f1os, especialmente para aquellos con necesidades educativas especiales. Aprender a manejar sus emociones y responder adecuadamente a\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":327,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[55,57,58],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-326","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-desarrollo-cognitivo","category-educacion-especial","category-educacion-infantil"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/326","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=326"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/326\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/327"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=326"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=326"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/metodovicon.articagency.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=326"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}