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Mar 5, 20192 min read
Costumes and Carnivals: Be Prepared!
The holiday of Purim is right around the corner, and your kids are itching with excitement. Children who rely on routine and...
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Feb 14, 20191 min read
Valentine Fine Motor Marshmallows
At POTS we are always looking for fun ways to practice handwriting within the context of a game or daily activity. What better...
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Oct 10, 20182 min read
DRESS-UP FOR SUCCESS: Halloween Hints for Children who are Hypersensitive to Touch
Although Halloween is an exciting time of year and many children are eager to dress up as a favorite character or personality, for...
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Sep 5, 20183 min read
Hectic Holidays
Strategies for the Sensory Challenged Child and their Families Feasts, parties, family gatherings, and candy galore can only mean one...
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Feb 18, 20182 min read
Winter Wonderland: Fun in the snow!
The winter season is in full swing, and we have already had our fair share of snowfall. It may be warmer and more comfortable to stay...
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Feb 12, 20182 min read
Winter Wonderland: Fun in the snow!
The winter season is in full swing, and we have already had our fair share of snowfall. It may be warmer and more comfortable to stay...
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Dec 28, 20172 min read
New Year’s Homemade Confetti Filled Balloons
New Year’s is only one day away and we are all very excited to welcome in 2019. While it’s easy to buy party favors from the store, why...
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Dec 20, 20171 min read
How To Make A Delicious Tree & Build Fine Motor Skills
I am sure that many of your homes have a beautifully decorated Christmas tree sitting in your living room. While it sets a festive mood...
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Dec 17, 20172 min read
Make Your Own (Pint-Sized) Christmas Tree
This adorable craft project caught my eye while I searched for holiday projects to make with the children at Pediatric Occupational...
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Dec 13, 20171 min read
Holiday Party Survival Tip
Modified participation is better than opting out completely. If being in the midst of the celebratory chaos is too much for a child who...
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Dec 1, 20171 min read
Popsicle Lights: Chanukah Crafts for Kids
If you are planning to do this project with more than two children at a time a child who has difficulty with sequencing and organization...
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Nov 12, 20172 min read
SCENTED TURKEYs : A Multi-sensory THANKSGIVING extravaganza in 4 easy steps!
Turn your Thanksgiving holiday preparations into a multi-sensory extravaganza for all of your children, especially those with sensory...
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Jun 29, 20172 min read
Water Games For Upper Body Strength And Coordination
Start the Summer with a Splash: Water play is both fun and beneficial for your child. Water is naturally resistive, which makes it so...
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Jun 19, 20172 min read
Start your Camp Day the Right Way
Now that the school year is coming to an end, camp is on the horizon. For your child that means a long, tiring day of camp and often a...
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Jun 16, 20173 min read
Outdoor Games
COORDINATION GAMES FOR EVERY AGE These days the warm weather keeps us outside longer. Whether you’re at a playground or playing in your...
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Jun 13, 20171 min read
Pool Toy Review: Swim Thru Rings
Swimming season is here! As you stock your pool with toys, keep in mind that the pool is a great place for developing your child’s...
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Jun 9, 20174 min read
Fun in the Sun: Sensory Integration & Strengthening
Here are some activities that are perfect for the outdoors. Some require the added space that can be found outside and others may be a...
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Jun 7, 20172 min read
Tips for Transitioning to Sleepaway Camp
Whether this is your child’s first summer at sleep away camp, or he/she is a veteran camper, the transition from home to camp can be...
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Jun 5, 20173 min read
Use Pool-Time to Heighten Body Awareness
It is amazing how many sensory opportunities for heightening body awareness arise before, during and after pool time. I discover more...
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Jun 5, 20172 min read
Hop, Skip & Jump into the Fun
In lieu of sitting indoors watching TV and playing video games, take advantage of the finally perfect spring weather and get moving with...
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