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01/17/2024

A cool little feature in Shoutout Miami!

We had the good fortune of connecting with Linda Matthews...

12/28/2023

As much as I love the holiday season, it does cause change in routine, which definitely impacts moods!

I have had to lean heavily into co-regulation, and found this graphic very helpful!

Sending everyone calm and peace!

Amanda P.

11/11/2023

10 Interoception Activities and Strategies for Kids

https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/10-interoception-activities-and-strategies-for-kids.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

10/18/2023

https://www.theottoolbox.com/crossing-midline-activities-for-preschoolers/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com&fbclid=IwAR2zKW7dV6erNrMgXwqwEk1nF6pXeLDVJxX6W1XXIJpLrxTRRCuu7yfyW5A_aem_AdBUPEAiaMI88YndPvuE_pfWt6512gOfHvYurn3PYFpTkMfHisnMfHNn1UJ07chcHhg&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Crossing the Midline Activities for Preschoolers highlights games and activities for children age three to five to cross midline through play

10/06/2023

10 Brain Break Activities for Kids

Children naturally learn by movement. All children can benefit from movement or brain break activities, especially those who may be struggling with focus or attention.

Click here to read more> https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/10-brain-break-activities-kids.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

10/06/2023

What is visual perception? You'll get all the answer to this, plus red-flags, and tips, tools, and strategies to address visual perception challenges.

https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/what-is-visual-perception.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

09/29/2023

https://sensoryprocessingexplained.com/10-ways-to-help-a-sensory-sensitive-child/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com&fbclid=IwAR1dD1h-aC2FjZSS6rR_M_fYc5XzQXcOyyY4LU6_lTQwKDm-bgpcdEc4yDs_aem_AYNbREPnoK2KjyLCfrq3GfRgT6e9fFyOBIq2BmKbeEMfQzf4BZHKkuKSYST2_I3aRQY&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Do you have a child who is sensitive to different sensory inputs? ⠀ ⠀ Being a kid with sensory needs can make even the simplest things like combing your hair or getting dressed feel challenging. ⠀ ⠀ Using the strategies … Continued

08/15/2023

https://www.theottoolbox.com/sensory-brushing/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

Sensory brushing is a form of sensory input using a handheld brush. Here's what an experienced OT has to say about the brushing protocol.

08/01/2023

via WholeHearted School Counseling

07/29/2023

https://mommyevolution.com/favorite-outdoor-swings-on-amazon/?fbclid=IwAR2cpuX1DGSBDj4TBqbkN4OrV9Cta1kd1opxN7B0TNg2mkrJUZL5a1euU3E_aem_Ab67ZdRCKuHsFgvUY01tvFHwegme9RDl6zJ3gVdNMendwCxW5uupirkX1odSHgCW8mI&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

As I'm doing my homework, I'm sharing some of the outdoor swings I'm absolutely loving on Amazon to make the search easier for you.

05/31/2023

https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/5-mistakes-avoid-introducing-handwriting.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com&fbclid=IwAR0FNwkmnVIVFFJiYjnunNmg0GIz9aEC6FeBNJJFjc_7Z378uXysOlO8fIY_aem_th_AaFp8-eXlVhDCUhtbdXvMZc7OYsZQTKrPYUgFbUNkocJAnJRT1UXzGgMadGX8KEc14Q&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

If you are wanting your child or student to write their name of the alphabet, read these 5 mistakes to avoid when introducing handwriting to kids FIRST!

05/10/2023

Sensory Avoiding vs. Sensory Seeking Behaviour

https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/sensory-avoiding-vs-sensory-seeking-behaviors.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com