Do big emotions interfere with play or learning?
Do play situations need 1-1 adult support?
Target Ages: 4-8
Communication Needs: Functional Communication
*Can be delivered individually
Listening Ninja
Problem-Solving Ninja
Kind Ninja
Angry Ninja
Cooperative Ninja
Social Ninja
Compassionate Ninja
Frustrated Ninja
Growth Mindset Ninja
Worry Ninja
Positive Ninja
Teach children to ask before touching people or things
Support children in respecting others’ personal space and property
Reinforce the concept of privacy (e.g., knocking, closed doors)
Help children distinguish between public and private items and behaviours
Model and practice respectful ‘no’ and response alternatives
Increased awareness of safety rules related to boundaries and strangers
Encourage appropriate participation and social engagement within a boundary-respecting framework
This 12-session, evidence-based program is designed specifically for children ages 4-7, who need targeted support in emotional regulation. This social-emotional program utilizes Progressive ABA strategies to provide structured yet engaging learning experiences that equip children with essential life skills to succeed in school, at home, and in social settings.
Signs your child may benefit from Launch Pad:
They have big reactions to small problems (e.g., crying, yelling, or throwing things when upset)
Difficulty calming down after being angry, excited, or frustrated
Struggles with waiting, sharing, or taking turns
Gets overwhelmed in noisy or busy environments
Frequent tantrums or emotional outbursts
Trouble following routines or transitions between activities
May hit, push, or use unkind words when upset
Has a hard time talking about or labelling their feelings
Needs frequent reminders to use safe or respectful behaviour
Avoids or withdraws from group activities when upset
Difficulty paying attention or staying focused
Very sensitive to changes in schedule or unexpected events
Struggles to problem-solve or ask for help appropriately
Becomes overly silly or hyperactive when excited
Relies heavily on adults to regulate their emotions or behaviour
Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relationship Skills (PEERS®) is an evidence-based social skills intervention to teach children between the ages of 4 to 6 years how to make and keep friends. Children are taught social skills through lessons, puppet shows, and role-play demonstrations, and practice these skills during group socialization activities and weekly homework assignments.
16 weeks of 1.5-hour sessions, for both children and parents
Children will learn about:
Listen & follow directions
Ask & use names
Greet friends
Share and give turns
Ask friends to play
Join ongoing games
Keep cool during play
Be a good sport
Transition to new play activities
Ask & give help
Use good volume control
Maintain good body boundaries
Greet Friend
Share
Guest Chooses
Stay with Friend
Losing is OK
Talk on Topic
Answer
Take Turns
Play His Way
Eye Contact
Clean Up
Say Goodbye
Join us to begin developing self-regulation strategies. Using the updated digital Zones of Regulation, beginner Zones will focus primarily on:
Improve competencies in co-regulation and self-regulation
Self-identify feelings, energy, and levels of alertness
Build self-awareness of body signals as they relate to emotions