MINNEAPOLIS, April 15, 2026 — Emily Walz, Director of Learning & Innovation at The Zones of Regulation, joined host Susie Beghin on The ECE Classroom Podcast for a conversation about supporting emotional regulation in early childhood education.
In the episode, “Inside The Zones of Regulation: Helping Children Understand and Manage Emotions,” Walz discusses the importance of teaching emotional literacy and regulation skills from an early age, including how The Zones framework can support neurodiverse learners.
The conversation also explores the importance of recognizing and normalizing all emotions, creating compassionate learning environments, and using co-regulation to help children develop regulation skills with the support of trusted adults.
The episode is available to listen to on YouTube and Apple Podcasts.
About The Zones of Regulation
The Zones of Regulation is the most widely adopted, comprehensive framework explicitly designed to teach regulation skills — skills that are teachable and foundational to well-being. This research-based approach empowers individuals to manage their emotions, sensory needs, and energy levels, supporting both self-regulation and co-regulation.
Supported by a growing body of evidence, The Zones of Regulation® Curriculum is used globally in schools, clinics, homes, and community settings across 40+ countries. The Zones supports learners of all ages, including neurodivergent individuals. The Zones product suite includes a robust curriculum, essential training, and additional resources all hosted on one comprehensive digital platform.
For more information, please visit https://zonesofregulation.com or contact Hallie Rodriguez at hallie@zonesofregulation.com.