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Five Senses Hunt

Age 3–12
None
5–10 min

What It Builds

Grounding and present-moment focus. A portable calming tool that pulls attention out of worry and into the body and surroundings.

How to Do It

  1. 1

    Pause and take one slow breath together.

  2. 2

    Name five things you can see.

  3. 3

    Name four things you can hear.

  4. 4

    Name three things you can touch or feel.

  5. 5

    Name two things you can smell, then one thing you can taste or one thing you are grateful for.

Tips & Variations

  • Use it during meltdowns, bedtime, or waiting times.
  • Go slowly and let your child point things out.
  • Outdoors works especially well.
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