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Perseveration in Individuals with Autism
You may have seen someone flap their hands or spin repeatedly. Maybe you overheard a child...
Sensory Tools for Positive Transitions
Sometimes getting our kids from point A to point B is not simple. Some kids resist change as a...
4 Ways to Improve Your Core Strength
We’ve all heard that it’s important to keep our “core” strong - but what does that really...
Autism Awareness Month: 10 Activities for You and your Family
Do you have autism or support someone with autism? We want to hear your story! Tell us about...
Does Handwriting Matter?
In our modern digital age, handwriting seems like a thing of the past. When typing is faster,...
What is Fine Motor Delay?
Fine motor skills depend on the coordination, speed and strength of the small muscles in your...
Tactile Defensiveness and Strategies to Help
Touch, or tactile processing, is one of our 8 senses. It allows us to process information from our...
Four Ways to Practice Using Utensils
People often take the skill of eating with utensils for granted, but it is actually not an...
How to Balance Types of Play
“You can play after you finish your homework.” “Eat dinner and then go...
What is a Sensory Diet?
A sensory diet is a series of activities that cater to your sensory sensitivities and preferences...
6 Activities to Get Warm this Winter
As the weather gets colder, we look for ways to warm up. Whether you focus on raising your body...
How to Choose Flexible Classroom Seating
Do you struggle with sitting still? Movement can help students learn better, making flexible...
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