Module 2
Movement, Play, and the Power of Fun
Pathway From Movement to Learning
Here is a printable PDF of the Pathway From Movement to Learning. Use it as a visual reminder that movement supports regulation, and regulation is the foundation for learning.
Milestone Mapping Tool
This resource is designed as a step-by-step decision guide to help professionals identify where a child is in the first four social-emotional milestones, and to offer immediate strategies for strengthening gaps. Think of it as a roadmap: when a milestone is solid, you progress to the next; when it’s weak, you pause to build capacity with targeted support. Use this checklist in real time to sharpen your observations and adjust your therapeutic approach.
What is Social-Emotional Learning: Handout for Parents
This handout is designed for parents understand the “why” behind social-emotional learning (SEL). It explains how children build trust, safety, and emotional connection through relationships; and why these skills must come before academics like reading or math. Parents will learn how SEL supports regulation, relationships, and resilience, and how to nurture these foundations at home, especially for autistic children. This article is meant to be shared with families as a resource alongside your professional work.