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Why and How to Add “Heavy Work” Into Your Child’s Day
Think about the last time your child was dysregulated. If they have any kind of sensory processing challenge, which one in six children do, this can be a regular occurrence. Finding the unique strategies that work for them can be difficult, but for many neurodivergent...
Sensory Play Ideas for the Fall
Transitions are hard, and for many of our students, transitioning seasons and back to school at the same time can be a challenging time. Sometimes, sensory play is a perfect activity to fit into an after-school routine or a weekend to help your child decompress as...
How to Handle Summer Screen Time with my Neurodivergent Child
Summer is the season we all wait for, with its sunny days, vacations, family and friends, and a lot more free time. For neurodivergent children, however, all of that free time can be a little tricky. Yes, there is more time for outdoor activities, socializing, and...
Educational Outdoor Activities for Neurodivergent Children
For so many neurodivergent children, the outdoors just seems to transform them. The open space and natural environment offer unparalleled sensory experiences. Yet, according to a 2018 study by the National Trust, children today spend less than half the time outdoors...
How the Classroom Can Trigger Sensory Overload and How to Fix It
Imagine being hypersensitive to sensory input in a modern day classroom: fluorescent lights buzzing, desk chairs moving, the heater humming, the endless chatter of classmates…and that’s before the onslaught of smells in the cafeteria. If you’re hyposensitive, on the...
How to Work Through Your Child’s Rigidity
How to Work Through Your Child’s Rigidity You are all too familiar with the feeling: your child insisting on taking the same way home every day, down to the exact part of the sidewalk. Maybe they need to be picked up by the same person, at the same time, every day...
Understanding High Functioning Autism
High functioning autism, a subset of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to individuals who have average or above-average intellectual abilities. They can exhibit strong verbal skills and may demonstrate exceptional talents in certain academic or creative fields. ...
How to Explain Social Cues to Your Neurodivergent Child
Navigating the complex world of social interactions can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent children. Unlike their neurotypical peers, these unique learners may not instinctively pick up on social cues. These children may return home from school, claiming...
How To Take Action When Your Child Is Bullied
If your child has been repetitively bullied, you know the torrent of emotions it can bring up: anxiety, outrage, sadness, and, more than anything, helplessness. Feeling helpless, however, does not mean you are completely powerless. As a parent, your role is pivotal...
Using Visuals to Make Transitions Easier for Unique Learners
Transitions are difficult for all of us. Suddenly switching gears, stopping what you’re doing no matter how invested you are, embarking on a new journey…for many people, changes in the day are not always welcome. For children with unique needs, such as those with...
