Proprioception – The Body’s “Calming Sense”

Ever noticed how some children calm instantly when they push, pull or carry something heavy?

Proprioception is the sense that tells us where our body parts are and how much force to use. It comes from muscles and joints and is one of the most powerful self-regulating systems in the body.

Proprioceptive input helps children:

• feel grounded and calm

• understand their body strength

• control movements

• regulate emotions

Children who seek lots of crashing, squeezing, pushing or rough play are often seeking proprioceptive input — not being rough or defiant.

Easy proprioceptive activities

• carrying heavy items

• wheelbarrow walks

• pushing carts or furniture

• climbing and hanging

• digging, pulling, resistance play

This kind of movement is incredibly organising for the nervous system and is a key reason movement supports behaviour and learning.

At Little School, we intentionally provide plenty of opportunities for children to participate in proprioceptive activities” because calm bodies create brains that are ready for learning.

To learn how to use this at home or school, Life Learning offers practical guidance you can use straight away.

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