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This adorable Teddy Bear Beach Cookie complete with a sandy beach is sure to make a splash at your next pool party! Kids can make a teddy bear sunbathing on a tiny towel or floating in a sweet, swim ring. Beach life has never tasted so good!
On those hot summer days, nothing beats the heat like an icy cold, refreshing glass of lemonade. Here’s my favorite recipe for fresh squeezed lemonade! When you make it from scratch it’s way better than the powdered stuff and also a fun, simple activity for kids in the kitchen. Making lemonade is not only good for practicing fine motor skills, it’s also a wonderful sensory experience. Making and sharing a glass encourages positive interactions and social skills! This recipe is based upon 2 servings. You can easily modify it to make more.
Tired of making ho-hum sandwiches for lunch? Add this Ice Cream sandwich idea into your weekly lunch rotation for a cool surprise.
3…2…1… BLAST OFF! Launch these mini rockets with a deep breath! The deeper the breath, the bigger the boost for your rocket! This Rocket Launching craft is a SENSational way to work on fine motor skills and can be used to practice taking deep breaths.
This 4th of July Flag Cookie is a sweet way to celebrate Independence Day! Learn how to make these miniature Flag Cookies by watching the video tutorial. Hope you have a blast celebrating the 4th! ?
Vacations are definitely something to look forward to this summer! Exploring new cities, discovering the national parks, relaxing at the beach or enjoying amusement parks are just some of the wonderful adventures that will create lasting memories for years to come. It’s a special time for young families.
This blog post is especially for parents!
First off, thank you for visiting Play It Forward, it shows that you are invested in your child’s development and learning more about “what makes your child tick?”
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Kids With SPD
It’s essential that we understand which type of sensory “short circuit” we’re dealing with in order to be able to provide the best interventions and to recommend the most effective tools and equipment.
These pretty Butterfly Sandwiches show off the beautiful colors of spring. It’s never too early to introduce your child to the rainbow of colors found in the fruit and vegetable section.
Sensory input, either from the environment or from the body, is poorly detected, modulated, or misinterpreted, resulting in an atypical response.
Symptoms occur within a broad spectrum of severity from feeling overwhelmed or bombarded by sensory information; to seeking out intense sensory experiences.
To all the Moms out there… Mother’s Day is the time for you to celebrate YOU! Give yourself a pat...
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Read MoreHere’s a Valentine themed obstacle course that kids will love! It’s super easy to set up and will keep kids...
Read MoreThe taste of sweet success doesn't get any better after winning a game of Valentine Cookie Tic Tac Toe. In...
Read MoreValentines Day is a sweet reminder to celebrate love and friendship! The kids at the clinic love these friendship themed...
Read MoreThis Merry Matching Eraser Game is a sure way to enjoy some festive, fine motor fun! This activity is a...
Read MoreThese miniature Menorah Cookies are a sure way to brighten your next Hanukkah celebration. These edible Dreidels are a tasty...
Read MoreCandy Cane Fishing takes some patience, but in the end it's worth it! This Candy Cane Fishing activity encourages self-regulation...
Read MoreDid you know that the elves have been busy hanging up the stockings! What will you find in each stocking?...
Read MoreWe hope that Thanksgiving, and holiday get togethers in general, are a source of food and fun. But for some...
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To all the Moms out there… Mother’s Day is the time for you to celebrate YOU! Give yourself...
How’s your luck with getting your kids to eat vegetables? Our feeding therapists love this colorful Rainbow Snack because it...
Today’s your lucky day to learn how to make this precious Saint Patrick's Day Cookie.. This Pot O’Gold...
Kids will absolutely LOVE this scooter board obstacle course aka “The Valentine Car Wash”. Lie down on your tummy and...
Here’s a Valentine themed obstacle course that kids will love! It’s super easy to set up and will...
The taste of sweet success doesn't get any better after winning a game of Valentine Cookie Tic Tac Toe....
Valentines Day is a sweet reminder to celebrate love and friendship! The kids at the clinic love these...
This Merry Matching Eraser Game is a sure way to enjoy some festive, fine motor fun! This activity...
Always Starts With A Small Step
