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Sensory Tools to Help Kids Transition from Summer to School

Sensory Tools to Help Kids Transition from Summer to School

Returning to school might be exciting for some kids, but it can be a challenging transition for...
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Sensory Hallways Help Refocus Attention and Learning

Sensory Hallways Help Refocus Attention and Learning

For many kids, having to sit still and be quiet through an entire school day can seem like an...
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How Can You Slow the Spread of Coronavirus in Your School?

How Can You Slow the Spread of Coronavirus in Your School?

The best approach to prevent coronavirus spreading in your school is the same approach used for all...
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Test Taking Strategies

Test Taking Strategies

Most adults, not to mention kids, get nervous when a test is involved.  Learning how to take a...
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Tips for Encouraging Social Skills

Tips for Encouraging Social Skills

Communication is universal, but speech is what makes us uniquely human. A clear conversation can...
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10 Tips for Mealtime

10 Tips for Mealtime

Mealtime is a great opportunity to gather as a family, enjoy each other's company, and connect at...
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Is a Portable Sensory Space the Solution for You?

Is a Portable Sensory Space the Solution for You?

Children navigate so much during the school day. The academic expectations and social dynamics,...
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Encouraging Friendships and Healthy Social Interactions

Encouraging Friendships and Healthy Social Interactions

Encouraging children to build and grow friendships teaches them so many things about the world and...
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DIY Sensory Crafts

DIY Sensory Crafts

The last few weeks of summer can be the hardest to keep kids occupied...here are some fun and easy...
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Packing Tips for Camp

Packing Tips for Camp

Summer is coming and that means it is also time to prepare for camp! Are you getting ready to...
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5 Tips to Reduce Sensory Meltdown

5 Tips to Reduce Sensory Meltdown

5 WAYS TO REDUCE SENSORY MELTDOWNS OVER THE HOLIDAYSEver notice how sensory meltdowns spike during...
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OT Awareness Month: Celebrating Those We Serve

OT Awareness Month: Celebrating Those We Serve

April is a Occupational Therapy Awareness Month. The American Occupational Therapy Association...
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7 Tips for Mealtimes with Picky Eaters

7 Tips for Mealtimes with Picky Eaters

Mealtimes can be a time of fun and great company, but can also be very stressful for everyone...
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Playing Catch to Help Eye-Hand Coordination

Playing Catch to Help Eye-Hand Coordination

Catch! Practice can improve eye-hand coordination!Playing catch can be a struggle and create a...
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Nourishing Creativity in Your Child

Nourishing Creativity in Your Child

Have fun! The brain learns more easily in a happy, loving, safe environment, engaged in doing...
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Potty Training Tips

Potty Training Tips

Potty training can be stressful, especially for children with sensory integration disorder or...
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