PediaPals Therapy Center

20/09/2025

Scissor skills develops in a progression. The key is to adjust the level of difficulty by using different grades of paper and thicknesses of lines. Here is a full explanation: https://www.theottoolbox.com/scissor-skills-recycled-wrapping-paper/

15/09/2025

10/09/2025

Picture sequences are a powerful tool for teaching life skills, social emotional situations, and problem solving.

What is a picture sequence? 🤔

📷Picture sequences refer to a series of real images, stock photos, drawings, or even clip art that breaks down a task, situation, or life skill with each step. The user can put the images in order to work on tasks by forward- or backward-chaining. This tool can incorporate multiple endings and challenges problem solving as well as coping strategies.

Read more about this multisensory tool: https://www.theottoolbox.com/how-to-use-a-picture-story-sequence-to-learn-new-skills/

25/08/2025

𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!
Thanks to IEP Individualized Education Program for sharing this post from the Special Education Community!

Just in time for the new school year! You don't need a giant budget or fancy tools to make your classroom more inclusive. Intentional, simple changes can completely transform the learning experience for all students, not just those with identified needs. Inclusion isn’t complicated. It’s compassion made visible with effective yet inexpensive & simple changes!

𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀: https://tinyurl.com/mr3uaatk

14/08/2025

During a sensory meltdown ... A child does not need ....

This is so very important to share and understand. LIKE & SHARE ❤
What is something else that you could add to these?

Criticizing
Raising voice
Arguing
Judging
Staring
Pointing
Threats
Name calling
Punishing

To learn more about Sensory Processing Disorder
sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com

05/08/2025

Anything to add or take away from this list?

From Lived Experience Educator

18/07/2025

𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒅𝒐 𝑨𝑫𝑯𝑫 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒎 𝒂𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓?
Children with ADHD often face challenges in traditional classroom settings—not because they lack ability, but because they process information and respond to their environment differently.

✅ Preferential seating: reduces distractions and supports attention
✅ Chunking assignments: breaks down tasks to prevent overwhelm
✅ Extra time: supports attention and processing speed
✅ Fidget toys: help with focus and self-regulation
✅ Visual schedules/reminders: improve memory and task management
✅ Choice boards: promote engagement and autonomy
✅ Brain and movement breaks: manage energy and improve focus
✅ Positive reinforcement: encourages desired behavior
✅ Self-monitoring strategies: build awareness and responsibility

Let’s advocate for classrooms that 𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒚 and empower every child to succeed. 🌟

15/07/2025

Sensory Alerting Activities
What are some Sensory Alerting Activities that you would suggest that you include in your child's schedule?
Jumping on a trampoline
Bouncing on a bouncy ball
Dancing to music
Cold or crunchy snacks
Obstacle course
Exercise
Skipping
Running
Spinning
Swinging

To learn more about Sensory Processing Disorder
sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com

07/07/2025

And each path is different!

21/06/2025

16/06/2025

Starting off the week with growth mindset!

10/06/2025

Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan mula sa PediaPals Therapy Center! 🇵🇭
We’re OPEN this June 12 to continue supporting our little heroes on their journey.
Let’s celebrate freedom and progress—together! 💙❤️💛