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Glitter Jar

Age 4–12
Jar, water, glitter glue, glitter
15–20 min

What It Builds

A visual model of strong feelings settling. Supports self-regulation by giving the child something calming to watch while the body settles.

How to Do It

  1. 1

    Fill a jar with warm water and stir in glitter glue.

  2. 2

    Add glitter and seal the lid tightly.

  3. 3

    When feelings are big, shake the jar and watch the glitter swirl.

  4. 4

    Explain that the swirling glitter is like a busy, upset mind.

  5. 5

    Watch quietly and breathe until the glitter settles, just like the feelings.

Tips & Variations

  • Glue tightly or hot-glue the lid shut.
  • Make one per child.
  • Keep it in a calm-down corner for use anytime.
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