The Great Outdoors
Summer is a great time to explore the Great Outdoors. Kids can continue to develop sensory regulation skills, gross motor skills and fine motor skills, as well as expanding their play skills, while having fun outside!
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Common Mental Health Disorders in Children
Mental illness impacts everyone, including children. One in six children in the United States struggles with a mental health disorder, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.1 That means several children in every classroom are dealing with mental health issues.
Benefits of Speech Therapy for Children
Not every child is able to pick up communication skills automatically. Speech therapy is a helpful tool for children struggling with pronouncing words, speech...
Sensory Room
How to spot a sensory seeker and what a sensory room can offer.
Benefits of Social-Emotional Learning For Children
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an educational approach that uses emotional and social wellness techniques in typical academic lessons, including math,...
Sensory Therapy for Students with Autism in the Classroom
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Maryland
If you’re searching for occupational therapist jobs in Maryland, some openings will likely be in schools. When you work alongside Pediatric Therapeutic Services...
Using Animal-Assisted Therapy in Classrooms
Animals are a source of comfort for many students. As school-based therapeutic techniques continue to evolve, some therapists who work alongside Pediatric...
How to Hire the Right Pediatric Therapist for Your School
Mental health can affect every student within a school. With a qualified pediatric therapist guiding your students through healthy coping skills and therapeutic...
Autism Awareness Month
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. It is called a spectrum disorder because it can vary widely in severity and presentation from person to person.