by Debbie Hopper | Sep 9, 2022 | Blog
Weighted blankets are becoming more well-known (as well as more widely available) in recent times, with many parents and professionals recommending them for the benefits they offer to children with sensory issues. But do they live up to their reputation? Let’s dive...
by Debbie Hopper | Apr 8, 2019 | Blog, Sensory Processing in the Classroom
While recent advances in educational strategies have focused on the needs of children with Autism or Sensory Processing Disorder, there are actually many children who don’t have either of these conditions but may be sensory-sensitive in one or two areas. These...
by Debbie Hopper | Nov 20, 2018 | Anxiety, Blog, Sensory Processing
Christmas is around the corner. It is the season to be jolly! Let’s enjoy the holidays by knowing some tips on how to cope with fireworks with your kids! A fireworks celebration is one that kids and families alike are ‘supposed’ to look forward to. ...
by Debbie Hopper | Feb 6, 2018 | Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Encouragement, Fine Motor, Sensory Processing, Sensory Processing in the Classroom, Training and Education
Written By Deb Hopper, Occupational Therapist Sensory issues that impact learning Teaching in classrooms can be challenging, but also can be extremely rewarding. There is such a mix of students these days with learning disabilities, diagnoses including autism, ADHD,...
by Debbie Hopper | Nov 22, 2017 | Active Movement Breaks, Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Play, Sensory Resources
End of Year At School The end of the school year is fun, right? Well, yes it is for some students, but for others relaxing the boundaries, feeling tired, facing unfamiliar routines and knowing that their class will be different next year is the stuff of nightmares. As...
