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Packing Lists for Sensory Savvy Campers!
Getting ready to send your sensory-sensitive child to sleep away camp? Chances are just being away...
Why Kids Chew
The mouth. It's our first sensory seeking organ from gestation. A baby uses his mouth to suck and...
How Technology is Transforming the Special Needs Classroom
Traditional classroom protocols have radically changed. Chalkboards are a thing of the past; no...
10 Tips for Mealtime
Mealtime is a great opportunity to gather as a family, enjoy each other's company, and connect at...
Is a Portable Sensory Space the Solution for You?
Children navigate so much during the school day. The academic expectations and social dynamics,...
Encouraging Friendships and Healthy Social Interactions
Encouraging children to build and grow friendships teaches them so many things about the world and...
Back to School Encouragement
A new school year means new supplies, new teachers, new friends, and new opportunities. But with...
DIY Sensory Crafts
The last few weeks of summer can be the hardest to keep kids occupied...here are some fun and easy...
Vacation-Friendly Sensory Tools
Heading out? Pack vacation-friendly sensory tools for your time away from home., including a...
Building a Budget Friendly Sensory Room
Starting to build a sensory “room” can be a daunting task...what should the purpose of the...
Amazing Athletes Week
Outstanding Athletes
Sports are for everyone! Sports have amazing potential to teach...
Summer Reading List
Looking for some new books to keep your kids engaged and entertained this summer? We picked out our...
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Flapping or Jumping? How to Cope with Sensory Overload
When your body receives sensory information, your brain processes it and determines the appropriate response. For example, when you hear your name being called, you look up. When you touch something hot, you instinctively pull your hand away. This is...-
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop by Sensory Type
Good things come in different packages! Find the perfect gift for playful activities, calming or energizing, or stress relief. Our therapists, led by Adina Steinberg OTR/L, curated this collection of sensory essentials for the holidays. Find... -
Heel First! Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Toe Walking
Does your child walk on the toes or balls of the feet? Toe walking can lead to falling, and may be symptomatic of vestibular issues and developmental delays. Try our movement activities to help prevent and reduce toe walking. Remember to encourage... -
Sensory Survival For Teens
This post was originally posted on 06/19/2017. It was updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness on 07/15/2021 Teens don't like to stand out so it's vital to find subtle ways to address their changing sensory needs. Whether your teen is a sensory... -
Valentine’s Day Sensory Solutions
It's the one day of the year when we all think of LOVE. Valentine's Day is all about chocolate, hearts, cards, roses and …..Meltdowns!!! For your sensory deprived or over-stimulated child, Valentine's Day may feel more like….Oh no! Maybe your child... -
9 Tips for Navigating Holidays with Special Needs
Does your child get overwhelmed by holiday cheer? Our team at Fun and Function has put together a few tips to ease the challenge of the holiday season with a family member who has special needs.1. Share the PlanTalk openly about what your plans are...
