The Energy Bubble Model is a practical framework designed to help children develop awareness of body sensations, emotional energy, and self-regulation through visual supports, movement-based learning, and co-regulation strategies.
Created for educators, therapists, caregivers, and families, this comprehensive manual includes structured lessons, worksheets, visual tools, and interactive activities that support emotional awareness, sensory processing, and social-emotional development across a variety of settings.
The model introduces children to the concept of an "Energy Bubble" to help them recognize how their bodies and emotions change throughout the day and how different environments, activities, and interactions impact regulation. Through playful and accessible language, children learn to identify body sensations, understand changing energy levels, and practice strategies that support regulation and communication.
This manual includes:
- Structured activities and lesson ideas
- Printable worksheets and visual supports
- Sensory and co-regulation strategies
- Social-emotional learning tools
- Classroom, therapy, and home-based applications
- Developmentally accessible language for children
The Energy Bubble Model is designed to be flexible and adaptable for use with a wide range of ages, learning styles, and support needs.
Gordon, Michaela: - Michaela Gordon is a licensed occupational therapist with over 23 years of experience. She owns and operates a private occupational therapy practice in Santa Barbara, CA, where she specializes in supporting children with sensory processing differences and other developmental needs. She is also passionate about the educational aspect of her work, supporting adults-including parents, educators, and professionals-in understanding children's behavior, building awareness around their daily occupations, and supporting meaningful and functional engagement in their daily lives. To learn more about her work and access free resources, visit www.michaelagordon.com.