A Simple Tool for ADHD, Big Emotions & Tough Transitions

Does your child struggle with transitions, waiting, staying regulated, or keeping their hands busy? A simple Busy Box can be an incredibly useful tool—especially for children with ADHD, behavioral challenges, sensory needs, or kids who simply have a hard time during transitions. In this video, I’m showing you what I put in a Busy Box, how I use it, and why something this simple can make such a difference. The goal isn’t just to keep a child occupied. We want to give them appropriate tools before things become difficult. Busy Boxes can be helpful during: • Waiting rooms and appointments • Car rides and travel • Church or meetings • Homework time • Transitions between activities • Restaurants • Times when a child needs help regulating or waiting You don’t need an expensive system or a Pinterest-perfect box. Start small, pay attention to what works for your child, and adjust from there. Small tools can provide big support. I believe successfully launching our kids starts long before adulthood. It happens in the little things we intentionally teach, model, and practice along the way. Stay Curious!