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The Whole Child Approach in School Based Therapy Students with areas of need benefit most from a collaborative, integrated approach that addresses the whole child. Using a whole-child approach means understanding the social, emotional, physical and academic needs of your …

Hey Parents, school’s out for Summer…now what? First, I recommend emptying out those lunch bags and back packs.  Go through those end of year papers. Set aside what you need and make a pile of those you don’t. Pro tip: …

Summer is a great time to explore the Great Outdoors. Kids can continue to develop sensory regulation skills, gross motor skills and fine motor skills, as well as expanding their play skills, while having fun outside! Sensory:  Sensory processing is …

Not every child is able to pick up communication skills automatically. Speech therapy is a helpful tool for children struggling with pronouncing words, speech disorders, or stuttering. School administrators and teachers can help their students develop better communication skills. Pediatric …

How to spot a sensory seeker and what a sensory room can offer. Sensory-Based Behaviors:​ Rocking in seat​ Bouncing​ Rip paper when writing​ Sitting on knees or feet​ Difficulty standing in line or near other kids​ Constantly touching other people …

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an educational approach that uses emotional and social wellness techniques in typical academic lessons, including math, science, English, and the arts. SEL aims to help students build better relationships, navigate classrooms more easily, and improve self-management. …

Sensory therapy, when used in a classroom setting, can be an essential tool in teaching children with Autism how to self-regulate.

Animal-assisted therapy can have an emotional and developmental effect on children in a classroom, whether you’re working with an entire room of students, small groups, or even one-on-one.