I spy bottles

I spy bottles offer a way for children to calm down when they are feeling overwhelmed, angry, or anxious. As children focus on identifying the different items in the bottle, it gets their minds off of the trigger. This is effective because it incorporates grounding techniques in the activity. Kids can see the items, feel the bottle, and hear the movement of the items and the rice. The multisensory experience can be calming and peaceful. Putting these into a coping skill toolbox allows kids to have the bottle on hand when they need it.