Posture Before Pencil: How Body Position Impacts Writing Success
Believe it or not, as an Occupational Therapist, I have seen many children in a variety of sitting positions for…
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How Dungeons & Dragons (and other TTRPG) Can Help Us Grow: An OT’s Perspective
Tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons offer far more than entertainment—they’re powerful tools for skill development that can benefit…
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How to Create Effective Social Scripts to Help Kids Prepare for New or Changing Situations
Social scripts can be powerful tools for helping autistic children understand what to expect in new situations. However, many well-intentioned…
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When Brushing Teeth Feels Like a Battle: Strategies for Sensory-Sensitive Kids
Getting your kids to brush their teeth shouldn’t feel like a battle, but for many parents, it does. If your…
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Sensory-Friendly Travel Tips: Getting There with Neurodivergent Kids
Planning sensory-friendly travel for your neurodivergent family starts with understanding that travel has two distinct parts to consider. When it…
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How to Teach Kids to Tie Their Shoes (Fast!)
Tying Shoes is a Big Skill for Little Fingers! Tying shoes might seem like a simple task, something you do…
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Teaching Kids to Advocate for Their Sensory Needs: 3 Simple Strategies
Toddlers are generally really excellent self-advocates for their own sensory needs. Of course, that’s to the detriment of several other…
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Using Coloring and Doodling to Support Regulation and Mindfulness
Coloring and doodling are often seen as simple, fun activities. But for many children, they’re also powerful tools for emotional…
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Wired for Communication: How Early Brain Plasticity Shapes Speech in Neurodivergent Children
As a parent or educator, you know that early childhood is a time of wonder and discovery. It’s also a…
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What Is the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique (And Why Does It Matter)?
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a simple, sensory-based mindfulness practice that helps kids feel calm, present, and in control. It…
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