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- Oct 29, 2021
- 2 min
13 Tricks and Tips for Sensory Friendly Halloween
Prepare your child for spooky or loud noises during trick-or-treating by exposing them at Party city or a Halloween store with similar...
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- Feb 3, 2020
- 2 min
8 REASONS YOUR CHILDREN SHOULD MAKE THEIR OWN VALENTINES
February 14th is Valentine’s Day and kids all over will be headed to school armed with cute notes for their friends. This year instead of...
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- Mar 5, 2019
- 2 min
Costumes and Carnivals: Be Prepared!
The holiday of Purim is right around the corner, and your kids are itching with excitement. Children who rely on routine and...
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- Feb 14, 2019
- 1 min
Valentine Fine Motor Marshmallows
At POTS we are always looking for fun ways to practice handwriting within the context of a game or daily activity. What better...
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- Dec 18, 2018
- 1 min
A Closer Look at Lincoln Logs: An “Oldie but Goodie”
Lincoln Logs is a toy that we all had in our homes when we grew up. While there are many new toys on the market full of bells and...
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- Dec 4, 2018
- 2 min
Traveling Tips for the Sensory Challenged Child
Be organized: For traveling on a plane or long car ride, pack a knapsack with familiar comfort toys, individual snacks, and a few...
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- Oct 30, 2018
- 2 min
Thanksgiving Treats Boost Sensory and Fine Motor Skills
I stumbled upon these fabulous turkey treat recipes and cannot wait to try them out. The combination of temperatures and textures make...
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- Sep 5, 2018
- 3 min
Hectic Holidays
Strategies for the Sensory Challenged Child and their Families Feasts, parties, family gatherings, and candy galore can only mean one...
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- Feb 22, 2018
- 1 min
Make Your Own Noisemaker (Grogger) & Control The Noise
Purim is a festive time of year, and while most children eagerly anticipate the dress up, parties, and carnivals, for children who are...
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- Dec 28, 2017
- 2 min
New Year’s Homemade Confetti Filled Balloons
New Year’s is only one day away and we are all very excited to welcome in 2019. While it’s easy to buy party favors from the store, why...
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- Dec 20, 2017
- 1 min
How To Make A Delicious Tree & Build Fine Motor Skills
I am sure that many of your homes have a beautifully decorated Christmas tree sitting in your living room. While it sets a festive mood...
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- Dec 17, 2017
- 2 min
Make Your Own (Pint-Sized) Christmas Tree
This adorable craft project caught my eye while I searched for holiday projects to make with the children at Pediatric Occupational...
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- Dec 13, 2017
- 1 min
Holiday Party Survival Tip
Modified participation is better than opting out completely. If being in the midst of the celebratory chaos is too much for a child who...
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- Dec 1, 2017
- 1 min
Popsicle Lights: Chanukah Crafts for Kids
If you are planning to do this project with more than two children at a time a child who has difficulty with sequencing and organization...
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- Nov 15, 2017
- 2 min
9 Tips for Surviving and Thriving at Holiday Parties
The Challenge Parties and other unfamiliar or crowded venues, such as the mall, movies, amusement parks, and live performances, are often...
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- Nov 12, 2017
- 2 min
SCENTED TURKEYs : A Multi-sensory THANKSGIVING extravaganza in 4 easy steps!
Turn your Thanksgiving holiday preparations into a multi-sensory extravaganza for all of your children, especially those with sensory...
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