Children with ADHD, Autism (ASD), or sensory processing challenges often need intentional breaks to avoid meltdowns or zoning out. Having a curated set of tools and activities nearby, a Bran Basket, helps children reset, especially during transitions or when big emotions surface.

For kids with learning differences or ADHD, big emotions can be tough to manage, especially when they struggle to identify or communicate what they’re feeling. Emotional check-ins are a powerful way to build self-awareness and mental health.

Stay organized with colour coding! It’s a simple but powerful technique to add clarity and structure to your routine.

Better sleep means better focus, energy, and mood during the day!

Executive Functioning (EF) refers to the brain’s behaviour management system.

A lack of EF may create lack of motivation and social skills, resulting in low grades, school avoidance, anxiety and stress.

Learn how difficulties with EF relate to problem behaviours, as well as ways you can help!

Fidget spinners, putty and squishy toys can help with focus and reduce restlessness, especially for children with ADHD or Developmental Coordination Disorders (DCD). These tools give kids a way to release extra energy, helping them focus better on tasks.

Sam never seemed to be able to retain anything I tried to teach him. Letters were like hieroglyphics to him. Then Kyle cracked the code.

Mind mapping is an engaging visual tool for organizing thoughts and ideas. This an especially helpful exercise for ADHD brains that think in connections rather than straight lines. By bringing creativity into the organization process, we increase engagement and motivation.

Proper nutrition is a key to managing ADHD symptoms and maintaining focus and emotional regulation

Large tasks can be intimidating, and that intimidation often leads to procrastination. By breaking jobs down into smaller, more manageable steps, they become easier to complete, especially for neurodivergent brains.