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A Poem for Autism Awareness Month by POTS
Through this empowering poem, POTS encourages everyone to embrace diversity and celebrate inclusivity during Autism Awareness Month.
Apr 11, 20231 min read
Managing Mornings for Parents and Teachers: 10 Strategies to Promote Self-Regulation and Calming
Self-regulation is a critical skill that enables children to adapt their arousal, alertness, and attention to meet the demands of...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
National Crayon Day: 6 Crayons to Boost Fine Motor Skills. Use them in order!
Happy National Crayon Day! Give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity and fine motor skills through the joy of coloring....
Mar 31, 20232 min read
Sensory-Smart Purim: Strategies for Children with Tactile Defensiveness
Purim is a joyous and festive holiday celebrated by Jewish communities all around the world. A central part of this holiday is dressing...
Mar 2, 20232 min read
12 Best Sensory Toys for Babies
1. Beiens Touch and Feel Crinkle Cloth Books: Together the bright colors, crinkle texture, squeaker, and soft textured animal tails will...
Jan 26, 20233 min read
5 Exercises to Increase Core Strength to Support Daily Activities
Core strength is essential for all developmental skills . A weak core can render everyday tasks difficult for children, including sitting...
Jan 5, 20231 min read
11 Toys to Buy for the Hypersensitive or Autistic Child
1. Marble Fidget in Mesh Sleeve: The marble fidget has calming, mesmerizing effects that encourage focus, calm, and improved mood. Keep...
Jan 3, 20232 min read
Build Fine Motor Skills by Creating a Delicious Christmas Tree During the Holidays
It’s just a few more days until Christmas, and we're sure many of your homes already have a beautifully decorated Christmas tree in your...
Dec 21, 20221 min read
5 Fun Snow Activities to Improve Sensory Integration, Strength, Fine and Gross Motor Skills
The winter season is now in full swing, and we have already had our fair share of snowfall. It may be warmer and more comfortable to...
Dec 8, 20222 min read
Boost Sensory and Fine Motor Skills with this Thanksgiving Treat: Candy Turkey
This Thanksgiving, give your sensory seeker a nice messy treat by making a Candy Turkey! This recipe is perfect for sensory seekers who...
Nov 23, 20221 min read
3 Activities with pennies to Strengthen Fingers and Develop Fine Motor Skills
Did you know that over 25 muscles within the hand need to be strong and well-coordinated to support fine motor skills? Most children...
Nov 11, 20221 min read
5 Fun Sticker Games & Activities to Develop Fine Motor Skills and Body Awareness
Stickers elicit a pincer grasp and ulnar-radial separation when they’re peeled off of a sticker sheet. When sticking it to a surface,...
Nov 4, 20222 min read
FALL FUN: Boost your Child's Strength, Fine Motor Skills and Sensory Processing
Fall is here, and your children are well into their second month of school. Although the weather may be getting cooler, there's still...
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Dress Up for Halloween: 10 Strategies to Help your Tactile Defensive Child Cope with Costumes
Halloween is an exciting time of year but, for children who are hypersensitive to touch ( tactile defensive ), even the thought of...
Oct 24, 20221 min read
BEST TONGS for Hand Strengthening & Fine Motor Coordination
Tongs are a great tool for hand strengthening, fine motor coordination, and improving pre-writing and pre-scissors skills by...
Sep 23, 20221 min read
Backpack Awareness Day: Safety Tips for the Whole Family
The American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) National Backpack Awareness Day is being expanded to address back health...
Sep 21, 20221 min read
Homework Hassle Help: 5 Recommendations for Managing Homework
Doing homework can be a particularly challenging time of the day for you and your child. Your child is probably exhausted by the time...
Sep 13, 20221 min read
Getting Ready To Write: 8 Activities for Practicing Forming Letters Without a Writing Tool
Pre-schoolers can often identify their letters and attempt to form them with manipulatives such as sticks before their small hands are...
Sep 1, 20221 min read
LET'S GET READY FOR SCHOOL: 3 Strategies to Smooth the Transition to School
Every beginning of the school year is exciting! But it can also be a challenging time, especially for preschoolers, first graders, and...
Aug 17, 20221 min read
4 Tips to Develop Body Awareness During Pool-Time
It is amazing how many sensory opportunities for heightening body awareness arise before, during, and after pool time. Keep in mind, that...
Aug 8, 20221 min read