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Toothbrushing and Sensory Processing: How to Make Brushing Easier for Kids

August 28, 2026 By jennifer 2 Comments

For some children, toothbrushing can be one of the most difficult parts of the daily routine. What feels like a simple toothbrush to an adult can feel uncomfortable, overwhelming, or even painful to a child with sensory processing differences. Understanding what is causing the distress can help you find strategies that make toothbrushing more manageable…

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A Story of Two Sisters with Sensory Processing Disorder Book

August 27, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

When children discover that they have a sensory processing disorder (SPD), they may have many questions and worries about the disorder. This kid-friendly book reassures children that their problems are common, yet they are still unique. There are many children with the same disorder that are dealing with similar issues. Children benefit from a sense…

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Tips to Ease Social Anxiety in Children

August 26, 2026 By jennifer 2 Comments

What can a parent do when their child is so full of social anxiety that he can’t speak to other kids or participate. There’s Just One Mommy shares a few things I do to help ease his social anxiety. CLICK HERE: Ease Social Anxiety on the Playground Recommended Reading

Occupational Therapy Tactile Discs for Autism and Sensory Integration (Tactile Toys)

August 25, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Occupational Therapy Tactile Discs for Autism and Sensory Integration (tactile tools)

Tactile discs offer a simple way to bring hands-on sensory exploration, movement and play into home, classroom and therapy settings. The set featured in this review includes larger discs for floor positioning and smaller discs that children can hold, creating opportunities to explore different tactile surfaces through hands-on activities. Occupational Therapy Tactile Discs Review for…

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26 Calming Strategies for the Classroom

August 24, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

While these calming strategies for the classroom were developed for school-based therapists, these tricks are perfect to use and on the go with your own kiddo! Help your child or student develop strategies from a sensory motor perspective to remain calm when they get angry or frustrated. CLICK HERE TO READ: 26 Calming Strategies for…

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Managing Sensory Tactile Seeking Symptoms

Understanding the Highly Sensitive Child: Book Review

Speedo Swim Goggles

Fireworks in Your Mind – A Mom’s Sensory Processing Disorder Poem

Breakthrough Study Reveals Biological Basis for Sensory Processing Disorders in Kids

Connecting the dots between handwriting and high scores

The Chair Kicked Me and I Kicked it Back

Baby Banz earBanZ Kids Hearing Protection (Auditory Tools)

Baby Banz earBanZ Kids Hearing Protection (Auditory Tools)

Sensory Play: Mud Playdate!

35 Awesome Kinetic Sand Activities for Kids

Does Your SPD Kiddo Have Bowel Movement Issues?

Gymnic Aku Ring (Tactile Toy)

Gymnic Aku Ring (Tactile Toys)

The Effects of Spinning

The Effects of Spinning: Why They Do It and How It Helps

Balance Beams as a Sensory Tool

Overcoming Fear of Fireworks

Learning Resources Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register

How Therapists Teach Social Skills

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  • Toothbrushing and Sensory Processing: How to Make Brushing Easier for Kids
  • A Story of Two Sisters with Sensory Processing Disorder Book
  • Tips to Ease Social Anxiety in Children
  • Occupational Therapy Tactile Discs for Autism and Sensory Integration (Tactile Toys)
  • 26 Calming Strategies for the Classroom

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