February is National Children’s Dental Health Awareness month. Your children will probably have a dentist visit at school or talk about proper brushing and flossing technique sometime during the month. The American Dental Association is running a campaign called “Defeat Monster […]
Kindergarten readiness…it’s more than ABC and I..2..3
It finally happened…I receive the kindergarten registration pack for the last of my crew. The process has officially begun for my baby (well apparently not so much a baby anymore) to head to kindergarten in the fall. The process…is a […]
A Parent’s Guide…Navigation in Early Intervention
Imagine…(or take a walk down Memory Lane) you are a new parent, with a beautiful, healthy, baby. Everyone has congratulated you and welcomed your new bundle of joy. Your precious little miracle is cuddling in your arms, and you can’t […]
Your best choice
Many parents have used or are using a facility for child care. How do you choose the best one for your child’s needs? There are many options available, all depend on your individual child’s needs. You can start your search […]
Get ‘In The Know’ From the Pro’s!
Attention any one with a child with a disability and/or works with a child in the special education system! Here are two great opportunities to get more information and resources. The PA Department of Education will be having its annual […]
May I Assist You?
Life can be hard at times, and we all need a little help every now and then. For an individual with a disability, they would need more help with daily living skills and with tasks that others take for granted […]
Play and talk basics
Children grow up quickly. It seems that each moment is flying by and we are not able to make the most of it. Phone calls, dirty dishes, laundry piles, barking dogs, text messages, social media posts, emails (just to mention a few) […]
Say What You Need to Say (Teaching Social Skills to Children with Disabilities)
If I were given the choice of what I find to be the most challenging for children with disabilities, I would say their ability to effectively communicate their wants and needs, additionally, interactiing with others. I am sure there are […]
The Little Free Library
So, school is in full swing at our house. Night time routines of homework, practices, and well of course our nightly reading logs are well on their way. Now, for my oldest, this is a breeze! I have to pry […]
Using social stories to transition to school
Let’s face it, transition and change can be difficult for even us grown adults. New ideas, unfamiliar activities, routines, places, and people can be down right confusing and frightening for young children, and those who have special needs. In my […]