Introduction

I recently started using foam mirrors with my students. I had seen them used before and decided to purchase some for my classroom. The first thing that stood out to me was that they could double as a crash pad when they weren’t in use! This made sense to me, since they are made of the same material as our kindergarten carpet pads. It was also very clear to me that these things were going to break at some point so it would be important for us to treat them gently.

Foam Mirror – Possibilities or Just Another Thing to Break? A blog about using foam mirrors in the classroom.

A foam mirror is a simple wooden frame, with a piece of foam cut to fit the inside. The only thing you need to make one is a box knife and some spare foam from an old mattress.

And it’s not just for kids! Foam mirrors can be used by adults as well, especially in classes where students are learning about self-care or their own image. For example, my class uses foam mirrors as an art project: we take pictures of ourselves using our smartphones, then print them out on sticker paper and glue them onto our foam mirrors. This gives us a chance to reflect on ourselves without being distracted by social media (I’m looking at you Facebook!)

The idea behind using a foam mirror is that it helps children become more aware of themselves without being pressured into thinking they have no flaws or imperfections (which can happen if they’re constantly comparing themselves with other people).

What exactly is a foam mirror?

A foam mirror is a versatile piece of equipment that can be used to support children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can also be used with typically developing children.

It is an object that has been covered in soft foam. It can be used by the child to explore different textures and shapes or as an alternative to using their reflection in a mirror as they find it less threatening than looking into their own eyes.

How I got started with Foam Mirrors (FM)

I got started with FM because I was looking for a way to provide sensory input for children with autism. I was looking for something that was cheap and easy to use.

I did some research online and found this company called FoamToys that sells foam tiles, mirrors, tunnels and other shapes. They were out of stock at the time I ordered my first batch but they had samples they could send me if I wanted them as a trial run of their products. Eventually they came in and we tried them out in our classroom on one side of the room where we had carpet flooring since it would be easier to clean up any messes made from the FM than if we put down regular hardwood floors (which is what most classrooms have).

Possibilities in the classroom

Foam mirrors are a versatile piece of equipment that can be used to support children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can also be used with typically developing children.

This article is intended to give you some ideas about how you could use foam mirrors in your own classroom. There are many more possibilities that we haven’t covered here. If you would like further advice on using them in your setting, please do get in touch!

Why Mirrors?

Mirrors are a great way to support children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can be used with typically developing children too! Mirrors can be used in many different ways. For example, they can help a child develop their language by using the mirror as a prompt for them to point at an object that is reflected back at them in the mirror. Another example is placing your hand on top of theirs when it reaches out to touch something in front of them – this helps build trust and supports their confidence around being able to explore new things independently (which makes learning easier!). You could also try singing nursery rhymes such as ‘Round & Round The Garden’ or ‘Humpty Dumpty’ whilst bouncing them up and down on your lap – this will encourage them to look at their reflection which encourages interaction between multiple sensory modalities (vision / hearing).

Many parents find that having mirrors around the home really helps their children communicate more effectively when they’re older too!

What makes mirrors so important for kids?”

Mirrors are a great tool for supporting children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can also be used with typically developing children. Mirrors can be used to help children understand their own emotions and feelings.

They have been used in research with typically developing children to help them understand how they feel when they are angry or sad, or what it feels like to be happy or excited. They have been found effective with children who have autism and Asperger’s syndrome (AS).

Why Foam?

Foam mirrors are lightweight and easy to store, so you can keep them in a closet or under the counter. Foam also works for kids of all ages and abilities. It’s soft enough for children with fine motor difficulties, but also durable enough for those who are very active (and sometimes even destructive). It’s important to note that while foam is relatively safe, there is still some risk of injury if it breaks or falls.

Additionally, foam mirrors are easy to clean! Just wipe them down with soap and water after use and let air dry before putting away.

What does the research say about using FM?

• Research has shown that FM can be used to support children with motor, social and emotional needs.
• Research has shown that FM can be used to support typically developing children.
• Research has shown that FM can be used to support children with autism.

Using FM

The list of the many ways you can use foam mirrors in the classroom is long. In fact, it’s growing every day as teachers and therapists begin to see the benefits of this innovative tool. Here are just a few examples:

• Use FM to support children with motor, social and emotional needs
• Use FM with typically developing children who are struggling with fine motor skills or sensory processing difficulties
• Use FM to support children with special needs such as autism spectrum disorders or Down syndrome

What you need to know about having FM in the room.

When you are thinking about using foam mirrors in the classroom, there are a few things that you should consider before making a decision.

• Where do you want to store them?
• How will they be transported from storage to the room? (Remember, they are very fragile!)
• What is the best way to clean the mirror after each use and before putting it back into storage?

Foam mirrors are a versatile piece of equipment that can be used to support children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can also be used with typically developing children.

Foam mirrors are a versatile piece of equipment that can be used to support children with motor, social and emotional needs. They can also be used with typically developing children. Children who have difficulty focusing on the teacher or other children may benefit from having a foam mirror to look at and play with instead of looking at the teacher’s face or other students’ faces. This provides a safe way for them to focus their attention on something else while still being in the same space as others. Foam mirrors are like whiteboards because they allow you to write words and pictures on them, but they don’t attract crumbs or dirt like whiteboards do! They are perfect for small spaces where there isn’t much room; they take up very little room compared to most other classroom learning materials such as bookshelves full of books or climbing structures like ladders (which take up lots of space).

Conclusion

The goal is to make learning fun, memorable, and worth it for kids. Using different materials can be an important part of making that happen. There are so many ways to use foam mirrors in the classroom – they can help kids learn everything from body identification to self-regulation skills (just don’t forget to bring a towel!) If you would like more information on using FM in your classroom or school, please contact me at [email]