Description

Grades 5–12 Help students explore healthy ways to manage emotions with this hands-on sewing kit designed to support social-emotional learning through creativity. Perfect for FCS or SEL classrooms, the activity introduces the concept of stress and gives students a practical, calming outlet by guiding them to sew a fidget maze using felt, thread, and marbles. Teachers can lead a conversation around stress management strategies before students begin stitching, making the experience both reflective and skill-building. The completed maze doubles as a tactile tool to help students refocus in class or at home, reinforcing self-regulation through meaningful, creative work. Kit includes: Sew Your Stress Away lesson plan 20 sheets of felt fabric 20 marbles 2 containers of straight brass pins 10 sew and knit gauges 2 containers of embroidery needles (size 7) 36 skeins of craft thread Educational applications: Supports social-emotional learning and mindfulness Teaches basic hand sewing and stress reduction strategies Ideal for small-group FCS, SEL, or enrichment activities WARNING: Choking Hazard. Small Parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.