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The Late Talker: What to Do If Your Child Isn’t Talking Yet

February 5, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Every parent eagerly awaits the day his or her child will speak for the first time. For millions of mothers and fathers, however, anticipation turns to anxiety when those initial, all-important words are a long time coming. Book: The Late Talker: What to Do If Your Child Isn’t Talking Yet By Marilyn C. Agin, Lisa F….

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Isokinetics Anti-Burst Peanut Ball (Gross Motor Tools)

February 2, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Peanut balls only move in one direction, back and forth, versus multidirectional as with regular round exercise balls. This provides more stability and control. Anti-Burst Peanut Ball The Anti-Burst Peanuts Ball is made of special durable PVC material that prevents bursting even when the ball is punctured by a sharp object. The Anti-Burst Ball will…

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Managing Circle Time at School

February 2, 2026 By Jennifer 2 Comments

Circle time can be one of the most challenging parts of a school day for children with sensory needs, low muscle tone, or difficulty sitting still. For many kids, staying seated in a group — especially on the floor without back support — isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s physically demanding and can make learning harder. The…

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Special Needs Behavior Plans

February 2, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Students with complex behavioral problems including cognitive limitations need to be taught to behave appropriately so they can learn in school. A special needs behavior plan helps them with learning this. Special Needs Behavior Plans An individualized understanding of the student’s developmental level, trauma history, sensory modulation, and effective coping strategies are helpful in developing…

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Trans-disciplinary School Strategies Enhance Inclusion

January 30, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

It is common for early education classes to include undiagnosed special needs students. While the students often eventually qualify for special education services their teachers need strategies to meet the immediate needs of these students within the regular classroom. This is important for both the special needs students and the ability of all the other students…

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WhisperPhone (Auditory Tools)

Turning Oral Motor Exercises into Play

Temperature Regulation – Why Does My Autistic Child Refuse To Wear A Coat?

I Believe In You by Michele Gianetti

Five Things To Know When Your Child is Diagnosed with SPD

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How to Deal with Picky Eaters

OT Ideas for Sensory Seekers You Can Do At Home

Sensitive Sam Goes to the Dentist

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