by Emerge - A Childs Place | Apr 26, 2016 | Autism, Behavioral regulation, Emerge programs, Occupational Therapy, Play, Speech & Language, Summer programs
5 Ways to Foster Social Development at Home: Monitor and limit screen time at home. ○ This is tricky for many families! We use technology for just about everything these days. And while it is great to use computers, tablets and iPhones for work or educational...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Apr 19, 2016 | Occupational Therapy, Play, Speech & Language, Toys
The Marble Track is certainly a “fan favorite” around the clinic! The kids love it because it is fun and they can create something new each time! The therapists love it because there are so many different goals that can be addressed with just one toy!...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 22, 2016 | Behavioral regulation, Occupational Therapy, Parenting
9 Sleep Hygiene Recommendations for Children Sleep is an important component for health and well being, both for children and adults. According to the Occupational Therapy Practice: Framework: Domain & Process, sleep and rest are considered activities of daily...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Feb 26, 2016 | Fine motor activities, Gross Motor, Occupational Therapy, Play, Speech & Language, Toys
February Toy Spotlight: Melissa and Doug Sandwich Stacking Game Photo from amazon.com This toy includes the following materials: -Bread gloves -Sandwich stacking pieces -Sandwich cards 4 Ways to Play: Race/relay Set up the sandwich pieces on opposite sides of the...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Dec 10, 2015 | Community, Eating/Feeding skills, Food and Drink, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language
Get the body ready. Sitting at the table for an extended period of time can be difficult or even excruciating for children with sensory processing challenges. We can help children get ready to sit by introducing movement activities immediately before mealtime. Use...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Nov 23, 2015 | Fine motor activities, Holidays, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Play, Sensory Processing/Integration, Toys
2015 Holiday Toy List: Recommendations from the Emerge Therapy Team “What is the best toy for my child?” “What toys can I find to work on these specific skills at home?” As the holiday season approaches, our families often ask what we recommend they purchase or make...
