Here is a great article from Dr. Stuart Shanker on Self Regulation  from http://www.cea-ace.ca/education-canada/article/self-regulation-calm-alert-and-learning It is a great read and really great for understanding a child potential difficulty with learning may be a result of the environment they are in. Self-Regulation:

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Kids love kinetic sand!! It is fun to play with. You can watch it stick together and create cool structures. Even adults can lose time lost in this sensory experience. This easy to make version is great to do with kids