Bridge Built: Self-Regulation
The Calm Thinker
Echo is a thoughtful inventor who loves building robots and creating clever solutions. When the environment becomes too loud or overwhelming, Echo may use noise-canceling headphones or spend time in a quieter space.
What makes Echo special
Echo pays attention to what the body and brain need. Sometimes that means continuing to work, and sometimes it means reducing noise, taking a break, or using a calming tool before returning.
How Echo supports the crew
Echo helps the crew recognize signs that they may be overwhelmed, frustrated, or overstimulated. Echo reminds friends that using a quiet space or sensory support is a helpful strategy—not a punishment.
Echo’s purpose
Echo helps children understand self-regulation, sensory needs, and self-advocacy. Echo shows that different people may need different environments or tools to feel calm, safe, and ready to participate.
Featured resources
Resources featuring Echo will be added here as they become available.