In Control: A Book of Games to Teach Self-Control Skills

Ages 7-12. By Lawrence E. Shapiro, Ph.D. This book of six games helps children keep cool under any circumstances. The colorful game board is bound into the middle of the spiral-bound book, ready to be used for play. Teaches children such skills as listening to others, following rules, and cooperating. For 2-4 players.

The six games in this book take a multimodal approach to teaching self-control skills. Each game concentrates on a specific skill, including:

- Controlling Emotions

- Controlling Impulsivity

- Using Positive "Self-talk"

- Organizing and Planning

- Concern for Others

- Social Entry

Contents:

Game board book

1 6-sided die

1 30-sided die

50 chips

6 pawns

1 minute sand timer

Feelings Faces cards

In Control cards

I.O.U. cards

Instructions