When I am working with a student or child on letter writing I try to keep a few things in mind. The first is the less words the better. The more words you add to your instruction the more auditory input your child has to process; reducing the number of words you use helps them […]
Strategies that Help Picky Eaters Many kids go through a picky phase but what do you do if your child is more than picky, we call this a problem eater. Determine what is the cause behind your child’s pickiness Some children who become picky eaters actually have an underlying oral issue. They may have a
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Feeling pressured to teach your child how to write? Before you dive in, lets first check out the development of writing. Our kids are being expected to write at a younger age now and they may not be developmentally ready for it. It is important that your child’s eyes and hands are ready to support
Postural and Sitting Development Birth to 1 month Tummy Back Sitting 2 months Tummy Back 3 months Tummy Back Sitting 4 months Tummy Back Sitting 5 months Tummy Back Sitting 6 months Tummy Back Sitting 7 months Tummy Back Sitting 8 months Tummy Sitting 12 months 9 months 11-12 months 11-12 months To check you
Play is the main occupation of any child, it is their way of exploring their world and how they learn. Playing provides them with opportunities to learn skills related to building relationships with others, how to manipulate their body and objects, and the purpose and function of objects. It builds dexterity, coordination, physical, cognitive and
What is occupational therapy and what do they do with my kid? Most people do not have a true understanding what occupational therapists due simply because the range and scope of things they can work on are almost endless. Essentially, occupational therapists help you perform and complete any occupations you do. Occupations are defined as
Here is a general guide for specific skills you should be looking for by age
What is an Individualized Education Plan and as a parent what do I need to pay attention to? An IEP is an individualized education plan. It is a document that summarizes the school’s team findings from the ETR, the goals the team will be working on and how your child will receive those services. The
Evaluation Team Report: A School’s Report on Findings from an Evaluation of Student Needs What exactly is an ETR? An ETR is basically a typed report of all of the findings from testing that was done on your child. It is comprised of a planning form, individual summary, team summary and eligibility page. The planning
My child just turned 3 and no longer qualifies for services, now what? If you are receiving services through the state for early intervention, your team should automatically make a referral to your local public school. Public schools are required by law to evaluate children who receive early intervention services prior to them turning 3
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