Developmental Pathways for Kids

Developmental Pathways for Kids (DPK) is comprehensive private pediatric clinic that provides PT, OT, Speech and Integrated Playgrou

Developmental Pathways for Kids (DPK) is comprehensive private pediatric clinic that is located in a neighborhood next to a private elementary school in Redwood City, CA. Our clinic provides pediatric Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Language Services for children birth through eight years. Our therapists have advanced training in the areas of Sensory Processing Disorders, Autism

, Dyspraxia, Apraxia, and other developmental, psychosocial, musculoskeletal, neurological, and learning disorders. We pride ourselves on using evidence based practice techniques in a safe clinical environment with state of the art equipment.

04/21/2026

What’s happening at DPK this week? Teamwork in action!

In our Integrated Playgroups, kids are working together to solve challenges, share ideas, and reach a common goal. These moments build more than just fun, they strengthen communication, cooperation, problem-solving, and confidence in peer play.

Learning how to work together is how friendships begin 💛

04/16/2026

Meet Abby, one of our OTs at DPK 👋

She’s sharing a super simple, high-impact game you can try at home! All you need is a broom and a cardboard tube to build eye-hand coordination, reaction speed, timing, and focus.

Have your child keep their hands at their sides, then catch the tube when it drops, watch their excitement grow as they level up! Try it with one hand for an extra challenge.

Easy, fun, and powerful skill-building through play 💥

04/14/2026

Movement is more than motion, it’s brain work in action. 💛

At DPK, we use play to strengthen motor planning so kids can figure out how to move, adjust, and try again with confidence. These skills help children participate with peers, navigate challenges, and feel more capable in their everyday world.

When thinking and movement connect, growth follows!

04/09/2026

Scooter boards are a clinic favourite for a reason! 💛

There are so many fun and creative ways to use them to build strength, balance, coordination, and body awareness, all while keeping kids motivated and engaged. From prone pulling to obstacle courses and partner play, the possibilities are endless.

Here are a few ways we used the scooter board this week at DPK!

04/07/2026

What’s happening at DPK this week?

We’re working on a fun color-matching game where toddlers place their hands on the circles that match the ball color! This simple activity builds visual processing, attention, motor planning, and reaction time, all through playful movement.

Learning through play, one colorful moment at a time 💛

04/02/2026

Turn up the music and watch your kiddo's brain light up 🎶

Rhythm-based movement is more than just fun, it challenges attention, builds coordination, strengthens working memory, and supports self-regulation all at once. When kids move in sequence to a beat, they’re wiring their brains for better focus, planning, and control.

At DPK, we turn movement into meaningful skill-building! Learn more at www.developmentalpathways.com

03/31/2026

Friendship is more than being in the room, it’s having the skills to join in.

In our Integrated Playgroups, children build the foundations of peer play through movement, communication, emotional regulation, and problem-solving. These skills help kids take turns, share ideas, navigate challenges, and connect with confidence.

03/26/2026

This week at DPK, we’re making a splash while building skills! 💦

Water play is a fun and powerful way to strengthen little hands. Through squeezing, pouring, and splashing, kids are building grip strength, improving motor control, and developing the hand skills needed for writing, dressing, and everyday independence.

When play is meaningful and hands-on, skill-building happens naturally.

03/24/2026

Sensory seekers need input to feel organized, focused, and calm. When their “sensory bucket” is full, their brains and bodies are ready to learn.

A sensory diet that includes organized movement, rhythm, heavy work, and breathing gives kids the input they need to regulate and thrive. 💛

03/19/2026

Play is where children discover what they’re capable of. 🌱

Through movement, imagination, and shared moments, kids build confidence, strengthen connections, and learn to navigate their world with resilience. Every playful experience becomes a stepping stone toward growth, regulation, and lasting change.

03/17/2026

Turn play into conversation with a simple two-way telephone ☎️

This playful setup creates a fun, low-pressure way for kids to practice communication skills while staying engaged and motivated. Through pretend calls, children naturally work on answering “WH” (who, what, where) questions, expanding their ideas, and building expressive language.

It’s also a powerful tool for imaginary play, narrative development, and learning the back-and-forth rhythm of real conversations!

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452 Grand Street
Redwood City, CA
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