Parents & Teachers

A sensory room filled with objects that engage the senses, including fiber optics, essential oils, soft mats, and more. The room can be used to calm people with agitation or anxiety while also engaging those who are more withdrawn from their environment.

It’s a relaxing multi-sensory experience. The room incorporates all of the senses. It can help reduce anxiety and agitation with calming music, scents, and more. The lights and tactile engagement can also engage children and hold their attention by stimulating their senses.

As the weather warms up and everyone heads outside, be ready to ward off all of the “I’m bored” declarations with these 33 fun games.

From active running games, to splashing water games, to messy games that will make you glad you have a hose, these activities will suit a wide variety of ages. Most just require simple prep and items you may already have around the house.

Whether you’re a mom, dad, babysitter, or camp counselor, these games are sure to bring fun to your child’s summer!

Do you mindlessly click your pen during meetings? Or maybe you like to tap your fingers or fiddle with your headphones? Do you have a colleague who bounces their legs, taps their feet, or twirls their hair?

So you’ve heard the term "w-sitting". If you’re now wondering whether you should be concerned about how your child sits, you’re not alone. Learn more about what therapists think about w-sitting and alternative sitting positions you can encourage your child to use instead.