Thinkateers

07/27/2025

We are gearing up for a full schedule of upcoming shows! We’re kicking things off at the Waynesville Street Faire on Saturday, August 9th from 10:00am-4:00pm.

Come check out our patent-pending Instant Activity Dough, a POWDER that becomes a dye-free, scent-free ball of soft, pliable playdough when mixed with water!

Our goal in inventing this product was to offer a simple way to make all-natural homemade playdough with your child, for your classroom, for those in care facilities, or perhaps even for yourself.

After all, playdough offers amazing benefits for everyone at any age, stage, or ability…

“Is playdough really only for kids?”
https://teensinprint.com/is-playdough-really-only-for-kids/ Is playdough really only for kids? - Teens in Print

07/05/2025

I did not enjoy fireworks as a child. The noise and commotion was overwhelming. I can tolerate them now, thank goodness, because we all have those neighborhood friends who can’t wait until the 4th to start celebrating! Haha!

Perhaps you or your child have a similar response to loud noises? You’re not alone..,

The 4th of July, for many, is a fun summer holiday with outdoor festivities, cooking, and fireworks. But for some, this time of year can be stressful. The loud, booming noises and bright colors of fireworks can trigger and overwhelm those living with sensory processing issues, often stemming from co...

07/04/2025

We hope you have a fun and safe Independence Day weekend! 🇺🇸🎆

07/01/2025

Level up your Simon Says for developmental fun! 🎉 Incorporating emotions (happy, sad), movements (jumping, waving), and imitations (animal sounds, pretend play) makes this a fantastic activity to support emotional regulation, motor skills, imitation, and following directions – all things we often work on in occupational therapy!

06/29/2025

☀️Summer vacations☀️ can be an overstimulating time for children (and adults!) with sensory sensitivities. Thankfully, we can minimize meltdowns by thinking ahead and preparing for a successful beach experience. 🏖️ Here’s some great resources to get started!

🌊 https://www.opyacare.com/blog/sensory-friendly-beach-tips-for-children-with-autism/

🌊 https://edukania.com/sensory-friendly-beach-vacations-how-to-manage-beach-overload/

🌊 https://childmind.org/article/summer-and-sensory-processing-issues/

🌊 https://www.theottoolbox.com/sensory-diet-activities-at-beach/

05/12/2025

Thank you HVO for putting together such a lovely show! And, thank you to everyone who came by our booth! We had a wonderful time on such a beautiful day.

05/10/2025

It’s a BEAUTIFUL day at Hidden Valley Orchard, come on out and see us! Here until 5pm ☀️

05/06/2025

The weather is getting warmer and that means more time outside! The perfect setting to explore textures in nature 🌿

https://www.grinnell.edu/campus-life/arts-culture/museum/educational-resources/textures-nature

02/05/2025

We’re BACK and ready to bring sensory fun to Cincinnati again! Come see us at Oak Hills High School on Saturday March 1st for exclusive Spring themed sensory bottles!! 🌷🌻🐣