So here we are, almost the middle of November, and Thanksgiving is just a short time away. If your family is anything like mine, Thanksgiving is ranked on the same level as Christmas and Easter- the “big” holidays where every […]
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) […]
Fun Halloween treat ideas
Need some help with ideas for your children’s class parties? Cute ideas using Sharpies and a little artistic flair. These ghosts have mini chocolate chips pushed into the banana for the eyes, and a regular chocolate chip pushed in the […]
Pumpkin fun…carving and decorating ideas
The leaves around us are officially changing into brilliants shades of reds, oranges and yellows. The air outside is now crisp, and the lovely sights of fall are everywhere…it’s my FAVORITE time of year! My family begins to get excited […]
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 […]
Happy handwashing :)
Pretty basic right? “Wash your hands before dinner please”, hmm… maybe not? Hand washing is the number one way to decrease your chances of bringing germs into your body and therefore getting sick. Basic hand washing skills are easy, but […]
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 […]
If the shoe fits – with an orthotic?
You decide to “swing-by” the mall shoe store to visit a sale on back to school shoes. You bring all of your kids because you are desperate for shoes that fit and are in a hurry! You did not plan for […]
Do you need a solution for waking your children up for school?
Make life easier for you and your child and invest in the My Tot Clock. I was searching for an alarm clock with a color change feature that would indicate when it is time to wake up each morning. I have a […]