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Sensory Play in the Snow: Winter Outdoor Adventure...
Winter is a magical season, and while the chilly temperatures might tempt some to stay indoors, there's a world of wonder waiting outside in the form of snow. Snow-covered landscapes are fantastic for outdoor sensory play,...
Tips for Successful Haircuts for Children with Spe...
Hair cutting can be a challenging experience for many children, but for those with special needs, it can be particularly daunting. The sensory sensitivities and anxiety often associated with special needs can make traditional...
Breathing Exercises for Teens
Breathing exercises are valuable tools that teenagers can use to help manage stress, alleviate anxiety, and enhance their overall well-being. The adolescent years can be especially hard for teens to navigate, from academic...
The IEP Process Demystified: A Guide for Teachers
All students deserve a learning environment that meets their unique needs. For students with disabilities, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) help ensure that their educational journey is both inclusive and effective. As a...
Sensory Products for Travel and On-the-Go: Staying...
Traveling and being on the go can be exhilarating, but for individuals who have difficulty with sensory regulation, it can also pose challenges. Maintaining sensory balance is crucial for individuals with sensory processing...
The Benefits of Weighted Blankets for Kids with Sp...
Weighted blankets are a wonderful therapeutic tool that offer a multitude of benefits. These blankets provide deep pressure stimulation, help reduce anxiety, increase focus, and more. In this article, we will cover the benefits...
Understanding Sensory Meltdowns and Helpful Coping...
Experiencing sensory processing difficulties can make the world a daunting place for many individuals. Common sights, sounds, textures, and smells can feel intensified, leading to sensory overload and, in some cases, sensory...
Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students with Specia...
All children can learn and grow, regardless of their abilities and individual challenges. When it comes to students with special needs, promoting a growth mindset is especially important for unlocking their true potential. A...
Online Games & Tools That Help Kids Master Ty...
Touch Typing is an essential life skill in today's high-tech world, quite possibly one of the most valuable hands-on skills children can learn. Most kids are ready to begin learning formal typing skills around age 7 when their...
Fun Fine Motor Games To Play At Home With Your Fam...
Playing games together can be a fun way to help build and refine important skills without having to plan formal activities! Game playing can also be an enjoyable way to bond as a family. Below are several occupational therapy...
A Letter To My Son With Autism
I wrote this letter to my son last year. It was during a time I was struggling with my inner self. Writing out my thoughts has always ben therapeutic for me, so on a night that my son's meltdown almost sent me over the edge, I...
10 TERRIFIC CLASSROOM FOCUS TOOLS!
Here are 10 terrific focus helpers and sensory tools that can help fidgety kids (and others who have sensory differences) – be able to sit for longer periods and focus, attend, concentrate, and organize themselves better in the...