Finding My Fidet: Fidget Cards, Guidelines & Reflection Tools

Looking for a practical way to help kids find fidgets that support focus and regulation without becoming a distraction?

Finding My Fidget helps kids explore different fidget options, notice what their bodies need, and reflect on which tools support their focus, regulation, and participation. With 36 creative fidget ideas—including many low-cost, everyday options—this resource makes it easy to introduce fidgets intentionally as tools, not toys.

This resource includes:

• 36 fidget option cards with descriptions
• 2 fidget guideline cards
• 2 customizable blank cards
• “What Is a Fidget?” introductory card
• Finding My Fidget pre-reflection sheet
• Finding My Fidget post-reflection sheet
• Instructor guide with ideas for implementation

Use this resource to:

• Introduce fidgets proactively before they are needed in a difficult moment
• Help kids identify sensory and movement preferences
• Explore and compare different fidget options
• Establish expectations for appropriate fidget use
• Help kids recognize when a fidget is helpful versus distracting
• Build self-awareness and self-advocacy
• Reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and what to try next

💛 Want more regulation tools? Pair this with the Coping Cards to help kids develop even more skills!