I am going to make a bold statement. The Sensory Diets of the 90’s and early 2000’s are outdated. What worked for the Millennial generation is not the same as what will work for Gen Z. The biggest reason: technology. Let me explain. The iPhone was released in 2007. By 2017, the number of Apps…
Occupational therapy in school is more than just a related service
Occupational therapy in schools is not just a related service. As an occupational therapist trained in sensory integration, you can have a powerful influence on support a school team’s ability to create cohesive intervention plans that reflect the value of movement, breathing, and integration of the senses for learning and self-regulation. I encourage both school…
Hidden Binder Fidget Holder
Description: A convenient way for teens and tweens to store fidgets for use in the classroom Supplies: 4- 8 Small flat fidgets A 3 ring binder that the student is already using at school 1 or 2 “ Four Pocket Binder Photo Pages” Benefits: Allows for discrete retrieval and storage of fidgets to be used…
Managing screen time in a digital world
Media is taking over our lives. As parents, we need to learn how to create balance for our family, especially if our children have sensory and learning needs.
Do marketers in a digital world know more than parents?
Is it more valuable to have a quick win or long term success? As a parent of a child with sensory, learning, or attention difficulties, sometimes it’s easy to go for the quick wins and immediate rewards. The marketing world tells us that is exactly what we need. Post a cute picture and get…
