Naperville, IL became famous for a fitness program implemented by the school district physical education teacher starting in 1990 that improved students’ academic performance and learning, not just their health. This famous case study found in the book SPARK, helped the idea that kids need to move to learn grab hold. The book, written by…
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Part 2: Listening foundations: Beyond whole body listening
Listening with your whole body is a concept used in schools to teach what “active listening” looks like for students by demonstrating an attentive listening posture. It assumes that a child’s body is working well for them but they just need more support to follow the listening rules and routines of the classroom. But we…
Whole Body Listening in the Classroom
As a child in a busy classroom how many times do you hear: “Pay attention,” “Quiet down and listen up,” “I’m not going to tell you again; You should have been listening to the instructions,” “Didn’t you hear me?” Teachers use many different strategies to gain the attention of their students and get them to…
Preparing for Peaceful Mealtimes
Tips for Peaceful Family Mealtimes Tip One: Never force your child to eat or clean their plate, bargain, punish, threaten, reward, coax, negotiate, or strongly encourage your child to eat. By doing this, you are setting yourself up for a show down with your child and making extra work for yourself. Tip Two: Ignore refusals,…
Give Thanks for Picky Eaters
Give THANKS for Picky Eaters: Tips to help your holiday meal go smoothly Try:holiday foods BEFORE the big day! Introduce your child to the new foods they will have every 2-3 days in the weeks leading up to your holiday feast. Share stories and traditions your family may have around that food. Let your child have control…
Open House Sunday March 6th!
Join us to celebrate our 5th anniversary! Everyone is welcome! Presentations will be followed by interactive learning experiences. We will also have activities available for children building on the themes presented throughout the open house. Light refreshments will be served. Time: 11-3 Location: 1011 High Ridge Road, 2nd floor Schedule of Events: 11:00: Doors open 11:30:…
The Listening Program Training
Become a Provider of The Listening Program by Advanced Brain Technologies The Listening Program (TLP) is a way to expand on the services you currently offer, and enhance the overall experience for your clients. TLP is used with children and adults to improve life in the following areas: executive functioning, communication, auditory processing, social &…
Managing Anxiety in Children
The challenges of everyday life can be particularly difficult with children with sensory integration issues. You know that! … But did you know that these issues can result in anxiety and even low self-esteem? Come and learn strategies to help you and your family manage the anxiety, maximize a sense of competence, and prevent low self-esteem. This workshop…