Day: February 12, 2026

By February, the novelty of winter has worn off. The days feel long, indoor time is constant, and many students are showing signs of fatigue — emotionally, physically, and academically. If your classroom feels a little louder, wigglier, or harder to settle right now, you’re not doing anything wrong. This is a normal part of the school year. What helps most in the winter months isn’t doing more — it’s doing simpler things, more intentionally. Here are a few low-prep ways I support focus and regulation during the winter stretch, especially in Kindergarten and early primary classrooms. 1️⃣ Lean Into Hands-On, Repetitive Work When attention is low, students benefit from activities that are: familiar predictable tactile Hands-on work like fine motor centres, sorting tasks, or simple math activities gives students something concrete to focus on. Repetition is calming — it builds confidence and reduces decision fatigue. Winter is not the…